Newnan took a nine-run defeat the last time they faced off against McIntosh, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Cougars skirted past the Chiefs 7-6. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Cougars have posted since October 24, 2024.
CA Moss spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered five earned (and one unearned) runs on nine hits. She has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Newnan got a big performance out of Khloe Walker, who went 1-for-4 with one home run and two RBI. The team also got some help courtesy of Aubree Webb, who went 3-for-4 with three runs.
Cougars
| 08/26/25 @ McIntosh | 12 |
| 08/21/25 vs Dutchtown | 6 |
| 08/21/25 vs Dutchtown | 7 |
| 08/20/25 @ Northside | 4 |
| 08/19/25 vs Morrow | 9 |
| + 18 more games |
They weren't the only ones making solid contact: Newnan kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 12 hits. That's the most hits they've posted since back in October of 2024.
The victory (which was Newnan's third in a row) raised their record to 7-5. The wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 2.0 runs on average over those games. As for McIntosh, their loss was their first in the region, dropping their region record down to 4-1 and their overall record down to 4-4.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Newnan will head out to take on Pike County at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The Pirates' pitching crew has only allowed 3.8 runs per game this season, so the Cougars' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for McIntosh, they are taking a road trip to challenge Ola at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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