Mounds's game last Monday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Thursday. They came out on top against the Porter Pirates by a score of 8-3. The game was the first time the Golden Eagles have beaten the Pirates on their field since March 28, 2019.
Nikko Willis made a big impact no matter where he played. On the mound, he didn't allow a single earned run while striking out ten over seven innings pitched. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than one walk in three consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with one double and one RBI. Those hits were his first of the season.
Zack Collins
| 03/13/25 @ Porter | 3 |
| 03/10/25 vs Summit Christian Academy | 2 |
| 03/06/25 vs Oilton | 2 |
| 04/08/24 @ Summit Christian Academy | 2 |
| 03/08/25 @ Okmulgee | 1 |
In other batting news, Zack Collins was incredible, firing off two home runs, three runs, and three RBI while going 3-for-3. The dominant performance gave him a new career-high in hits. Dalton Nail was another key player, scoring two runs and stealing Two bases. while going 2-for-4.
Mounds lost a few balls and finished the game with two home runs. That's the most home runs they've managed all season.
Mounds now has a winning record of 3-2. As for Porter, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-5.
Mounds will get to enjoy the win for a while: their next game is against Haskell at 5:00 p.m. on March 24th. As for Porter, they are taking a road trip to challenge New Lima at 12:00 p.m. on Monday.
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