Whiteville hadn't done well against South Columbus recently (they were 2-7 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Thursday. The Wolfpack blew past the Stallions 16-3. Winning may never get old, but the Wolfpack sure are getting used to it with their third in a row.
Margaret Cartrette made a big impact no matter where she played. She pitched five innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off three hits. She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in eight consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 3-for-4 with one home run, one stolen base, and one double. Those three hits gave her a new career-high.
Kensley Wyatt
| 05/01/25 @ South Columbus | 3 |
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In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Kensley Wyatt, who went 3-for-4 with three runs, two RBI, and one double. Those three runs gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Angel Smith, who went 3-for-4 with three runs and two RBI.
Whiteville was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .444. That's the best batting average they've posted all season.
Whiteville's victory bumped their record up to 10-12. As for South Columbus, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 7-11 record this season.
Whiteville will challenge Heide Trask at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. The Wolfpack's pitchers better be ready for this one: the Titans have averaged an impressive 9.4 runs per game this season. South Columbus does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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