Newton proved they can win big on Monday (they won by ten) and on Thursday they proved they can win the close ones too. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Farina South Central Cougars, sneaking past 4-2. The win was nothing new for the Eagles as they're now sitting on three straight.
Drake Wolf
| 05/07/26 vs Farina South Central | 2 |
| 04/30/26 @ Robinson | 2 |
| 04/23/26 @ Paris | 2 |
| 04/16/26 @ Mt. Carmel | 1 |
| 04/07/26 @ Shelbyville | 2 |
| + 3 more games |
Drake Wolf made a splash no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over six innings while giving up just two earned runs off seven hits. He has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two walks in eight consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, going a perfect 3-for-3 with one double and one RBI.
Wolf wasn't the only one making solid contact as three players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Maddox Horner, who went 1-for-2 with one run and one RBI.
Newton's record is now 20-4. As for Farina South Central, they have been struggling recently as they've lost seven of their last nine games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 5-14 record this season.
Newton will host Neoga at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Farina South Central, they will head out on the road to square off against Edwards County at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. The Cougars' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Lions have averaged an impressive 8 runs per game this season.
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