Mt. Vernon entered their tilt with West Holmes with 12 consecutive wins but they'll enter their next game with 13. They came out on top against the West Holmes Knights by a score of 6-3 on Wednesday. That's more bragging rights for Mt. Vernon, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Kayden Packard made a big impact no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over five innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off three hits. Packard has been consistent recently: he hasn't pitched less than five innings in three consecutive pitching appearances. Packard was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-4 with a home run.
In other pitching news, Camden Firebaugh looked comfortable as he tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive pitching appearances.
Back at the plate, Konner Daughriety was incredible, firing off two home runs and three runs while going 2-for-3. Another player making a difference was Ezra Kurek, who went 3-for-4 with a home run, three RBI, and a double.
Mt. Vernon pushed their record up to 16-3 with that win, which was their fourth straight on the road. As for West Holmes, they are on a six-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 8-12.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Mt. Vernon will take on Big Walnut at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. The pair have allowed few runs on average, (Big Walnut: 2.6, Mt. Vernon: 2.6) so any runs scored will be well earned. As for West Holmes, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Smithville at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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