After having lost a blowout in their previous game against St. Pauls, Seventy-First was happy to have turned things around on Saturday. They came out on top against the Westover Wolverines by a score of 7-3. The win was a breath of fresh air for the Falcons as it put an end to their three-game losing streak.
Nasir Nelson
| 03/27/26 @ Douglas Byrd | 4 |
| 03/24/26 vs Douglas Byrd | 3 |
| 03/18/26 vs Union | 3 |
| 04/04/26 vs Westover | 2 |
| 04/01/26 @ St. Pauls | 1 |
| + 3 more games |
Nasir Nelson was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He tossed six innings while giving up three earned runs off only two hits. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two hits in three consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with two runs and one triple. He is becoming a predictor of Seventy-First's success: when he posts at least two runs the team is undefeated (and 1-7 when he doesn't).
In other batting news, Jay Byrd was incredible, going 2-for-3 with one home run, two runs, and one stolen base. He also put up a double, which was his first of the season. Another player making a difference was Ski Loremstorie, who earned two runs and four stolen bases.
Seventy-First's victory bumped their record up to 5-7. As for Westover, they have been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-4 record this season.
Seventy-First and Westover will both get a bit of extra prep time before their next matchups. The next time the Falcons see the field they'll take on E.E. Smith at 7:00 p.m. on the 14th. As for Westover, their break will end when they face St. Pauls at 7:00 p.m. on the 14th.
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