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| 05/01/25 - Away | 6-8 L |
| 05/18/24 - Away | 3-13 L |
| 05/02/22 - Away | 2-4 L |
| 05/22/21 - Away | 7-16 L |
| 05/03/21 - Home | 2-15 L |
| + 2 more games |
South Newton extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 16 on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 0-11 in the process. They were two runs away from ending the streak, but they lost an 8-6 heartbreaker at the hands of the Benton Central Bison. Give some credit to the fans of both teams: the last four times they've met, the home team has come away the winner.
South Newton saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Aidan Mattox, who went 2-for-3 with two runs, one triple, and one RBI. Landen Schwartz was another, earning one run and two stolen bases.
As for Benton Central, their record now sits at 5-11. The win continues a trend for them in their matchups with South Newton: they've now won seven in a row.
On Benton Central's side, Kamron Rider tossed a big game, striking out seven batters over five innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off three hits. Rider has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Grant Weise and Lucas Snyder did most of the damage at the plate: Weise went 2-for-4 with three RBI and one run, while Snyder went 1-for-2 with two stolen bases and two runs. Those two stolen bases gave Snyder a new career-high. Kaydric Tyson also deserves some recognition as he snagged his first stolen base of the season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. South Newton will venture away from home to challenge Delphi Community at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. The Oracles will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something the Rebels surely won't give up without a fight. As for Benton Central, they will head out to face off against Crawfordsville at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
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