Northern Nash had lost three straight on the road, but on Thursday they dropped down to 7-9 to make it four. They lost 13-3 to the Hunt Warriors. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Warriors this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 6-3 back in March.
Hylan Wheeler
| 04/21/26 vs Southern Wayne | 4 |
| 04/23/26 @ Hunt | 3 |
| 03/31/26 vs Rocky Mount | 3 |
| 04/06/26 @ Roanoke Rapids | 1 |
| 03/24/26 vs Hunt | 1 |
| + 1 more games |
Northern Nash saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Hylan Wheeler, who went 1-for-3 with three RBI and one double. Wheeler is becoming a predictor of the Knights' success: when he posts at least three RBI the team is 2-1 (and 5-8 when he doesn't).
As for Hunt, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won 12 of their last 13 games. That's provided a nice bump to their 16-3 record this season. Those wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 8.3 runs over those games.
On Hunt's side, Trevor Moore made a splash while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over six innings while giving up three earned runs off four hits. Moore has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in nine consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with three RBI and one double. That's the most RBI he has posted since back in February.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Will Doll, who got on base in four of his five plate appearances with one home run, three runs, and three RBI. That home run was his first of the season. Angel Saldona was another key player, going 2-for-3 with four RBI, one stolen base, and one run.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Northern Nash will welcome Southern Nash at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Hunt, they will be playing at home against Nash Central at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. The Warriors' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Bulldogs have averaged an impressive 6.4 runs per game this season.
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