Webster County had lost five games at home, but after bumping their record up to 13-12 on Friday that streak is in the rearview. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 4-2 win over the Hancock County Hornets. That's two games straight that the Trojans have won by exactly two runs.
Cooper Logan
| 03/21/25 @ Hopkins County Central | 15 |
| 04/01/25 vs Livingston Central | 12 |
| 05/09/25 vs Hancock County | 10 |
| 03/25/25 vs Trigg County | 10 |
| 05/05/25 @ Ohio County | 6 |
| + 4 more games |
Cooper Logan spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered just two earned runs on four hits and racked up ten Ks. He is becoming a predictor of Webster County's success: when he posts at least eight strikeouts the team is undefeated (and 9-12 when he doesn't).
As for Hancock County, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost 11 of their last 13 contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 8-16 record this season. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest loss they have suffered since April 17th.
On Hancock County's side, Porter Hay put in work while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and allowing only one hit while striking out 11 over six innings pitched. Hay was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with one home run. That home run marked the first that he has launched this season.
Hay wasn't the only one making solid contact as two players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Louden Fluharty, who went 1-for-2 with one stolen base.
Looking ahead, Webster County will be playing at home against Daviess County at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. The Panthers' pitching crew has only allowed 4.1 runs per game this season, so the Trojans' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Hancock County, they are taking a road trip to square off against Forest Park at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday.
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