After losing to Sioux City West the last time they met, Jefferson decided to demonstrate that turnabout is fair play. The Yellowjackets came out on top in a nail-biter against the Wolverines on Thursday, sneaking past 4-2. The game was the first time the Yellowjackets have beaten the Wolverines on their field since June 4, 2024.
Jefferson gave Andrew Peacock the start and clearly made the right call: he pitched four innings while giving up just two earned runs off three hits. Peacock has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive appearances. Aiden Moore picked up the save, striking out six batters over two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk).
Nate Anderson
| 07/03/25 @ Sioux City West | 5 |
| 07/02/25 @ Tri-Center | 3 |
| 06/26/25 @ Lincoln | 2 |
| 06/10/25 vs Sioux City West | 2 |
| 07/03/25 @ Sioux City West | 1 |
| + 11 more games |
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Nate Anderson, who went 3-for-4 with five stolen bases, two runs, and one double. He is becoming a predictor of Jefferson's success: when he posts at least two stolen bases the team is 3-1 (and 8-26 when he doesn't). Another player making a difference was Kendall Bell, who went 2-for-3 with two RBI.
Jefferson moved to 11-27 with that victory, which also ended their four-game losing streak. As for Sioux City West, their defeat dropped their record down to 7-16.
Looking ahead, Jefferson will be playing at home against Denison-Schleswig at 7:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Sioux City West, they are taking a road trip to square off against Sioux Center at 7:30 p.m. on Monday. The Warriors' pitching crew has only allowed 4.1 runs per game this season, so the Wolverines' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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