For the second straight game, North Mecklenburg will face off against West Charlotte. The Vikings will face off against the Lions at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday. North Mecklenburg is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 8.5 runs per game this season.
North Mecklenburg took a loss when they played away from home on Friday, but their home fans gave them all the motivation they needed on Monday. They put the hurt on West Charlotte with a sharp 18-8 win. The high-scoring effort was just what the Vikings needed considering they were shut out in their previous matchup.
Ryan Clark made a big impact no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out nine batters over five innings while giving up six earned (and two unearned) runs off eight hits (and only one walk). That's the most strikeouts he has posted since back in March. He was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with four stolen bases, three RBI, and two runs. He has become a key player for North Mecklenburg: the team is undefeated when he posts at least two runs, but 1-10 otherwise.
Aiden Irving
| 04/28/25 vs West Charlotte | 3 |
| 04/08/25 @ Chambers | 2 |
| 02/26/25 vs Huss | 2 |
| 03/26/24 vs West Mecklenburg | 2 |
| 04/01/25 @ West Mecklenburg | 1 |
In other batting news, Aiden Irving was a standout: he went a perfect 3-for-3 with three RBI, two runs, and two doubles. Those three RBI gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Alxy Alfaro, who got on base in all four of his plate appearances with two stolen bases, three runs, and one RBI.
North Mecklenburg kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 15 hits. They are 6-1 when they post 11 or more hits.
West Charlotte's defeat dropped their record down to 3-12. As for North Mecklenburg, the victory got them back to even at 10-10.
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