Waltonville extended their losing streak to three on Friday, dropping them down to 14-9. They lost 11-2 to the Pinckneyville Panthers. The Spartans were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Panthers apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in March of 2025.
As for Pinckneyville, their victory was their fifth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 16-10. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won 12 contests by six runs or more this season.
For Pinckneyville's part, Ayden Buza was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs off three hits. Buza has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with two runs and two RBI.
In other batting news, Dylan Keller was excellent, going 2-for-3 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run. Josh McGlinn was another key player, going 2-for-3 with one double and one RBI.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Waltonville will challenge Christopher-Zeigler-Royalton at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Pinckneyville, they will square off against Sparta at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. The Panthers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Bulldogs have averaged an impressive 7.2 runs per game this season.
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