Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Kenton Ridge). They were the clear victors by a 12-2 margin over the Urbana Hillclimbers on Thursday. The high-flying hitting performance was a huge turnaround for the Cougars considering their two-run performance the match before.
Nic Stumpf
| 04/10/25 vs Urbana | 3 |
| 04/07/25 @ Urbana | 2 |
| 03/25/25 vs Roosevelt | 2 |
| 03/19/25 @ Beavercreek | 2 |
| 04/08/25 @ Indian Lake | 1 |
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Nic Stumpf made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only one hit over 5.2 innings pitched. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than one hit in three consecutive appearances. He was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-3. Kenton Ridge is undefeated when Stumpf posts two or more runs, but 1-3 otherwise.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Jakob Groeschel, who went 2-for-3 with four RBI and one double. Another player making a difference was Zach Deel, who scored two runs and stole two bases while getting on base in two of his three plate appearances.
Kenton Ridge always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .562. They are a perfect 3-0 when they post an OBP of .513 or better.
Kenton Ridge pushed their record up to 5-3 with the win, which was their third straight at home. Those home victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 9.7 runs over those games. As for Urbana, their loss dropped their record down to 2-4.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Kenton Ridge will head out to square off against Benjamin Logan at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Urbana, they will challenge Jonathan Alder at 5:15 p.m. on Monday.
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