It was a good run, but Waverly unfortunately witnessed the end of their seven-game winning streak on Monday. They took an 8-5 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Hastings Tigers. Waverly was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Hastings apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in May of 2023.
Hunter Claycomb was a force to be reckoned with on the mound despite the final result: he tossed five innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off four hits (he also only allowed one walk). He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances.
Waverly's loss dropped their record down to 12-2. As for Hastings, their victory bumped their record up to 4-8.
Waverly will be playing at home against Elkhorn North at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Waverly will be looking to keep their four-game home win streak dating back to last season alive. As for Hastings, they will head out on the road to face off against Elkhorn at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The last three games Elkhorn has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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