It was a proper cat-fight when Delta faced off against Meadow Heights on Wednesday. The Bobcats took a 6-1 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Panthers. The Bobcats' defeat continues a trend for the squad, making it three in a row.
Paxton Hornbuckle
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Paxton Hornbuckle put in work no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out eight batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off three hits (and only one walk). He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, going a perfect 2-for-2 with one stolen base and one run.
Delta's loss dropped their record down to 4-7. As for Meadow Heights, the win snapped their losing streak at four games and leaves them with a 3-4 record.
Looking ahead, Delta will square off against Hayti at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Meadow Heights, they will face off against Greenville at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Bears' pitching crew has only allowed 3.4 runs per game this season, so the Panthers' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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