East Hickman County had lost four games on the road, but after bumping their record up to 7-11 on Friday that streak is in the rearview. They put the hurt on the Houston County Fighting Irish with a sharp 12-3 win. Considering the Eagles' hitters had been struggling lately, the high-scoring outing was a much-needed turnaround.
Jayden Malugin
| 04/18/25 @ Houston County | 5 |
| 04/15/25 vs Hickman County | 0 |
| 03/27/25 vs Hardin County | 2 |
| 03/20/25 vs McEwen | 10 |
Jayden Malugin was a major factor no matter where he played. He pitched four innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits. What's more, he posted five strikeouts, the most he's had since back in March. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 3-for-5 with two runs and two RBI. He has become a key player for East Hickman County: the team is undefeated when he posts at least two runs, but 2-11 otherwise.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Braden Presley, who went 3-for-4 with four stolen bases, two runs, and two RBI. East Hickman County is undefeated when Presley posts two or more runs, but 4-11 otherwise. Landon Erickson was another key player, going 2-for-3 with four RBI, two runs, and two doubles.
East Hickman County always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .579. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Houston County only posted an OBP of .241.
As for Houston County, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost four of their last five matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 7-11 record this season. Fighting Irish fans who chose to attend the game sure picked the wrong one: it was the first time the team's lost against East Hickman County since on Friday.
On Houston County's side, Connor Mahoney was cooking despite his team's loss, going 1-for-4 with one home run and two RBI. Brody Harris also deserves some recognition as he hit his first triple of the season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. East Hickman County will host Harpeth at 6:15 p.m. on Monday. The Indians will roll in looking for their fifth straight victory, something the Eagles surely won't give up without a fight. As for Houston County, they will welcome Hollow Rock-Bruceton Central at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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