Lincolnton extended their losing streak to three on Wednesday, dropping their season record down to 6-16 in the process. They were two runs away from ending the streak, but they lost a 12-10 heartbreaker at the hands of the Pinnacle Classical Academy Eagles. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest defeat the Wolves have suffered since April 17, 2024.
Tyler Gates
| 02/28/25 vs Shelby | 3 |
| 04/23/25 vs Pinnacle Classical Academy | 2 |
| 04/02/25 @ Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy | 2 |
| 03/12/25 vs Ashbrook | 2 |
| 04/22/25 @ West Lincoln | 1 |
| + 4 more games |
Tyler Gates was cooking despite his team's loss, getting on base in four of his five plate appearances with three stolen bases and two runs. He is becoming a predictor of Lincolnton's success: when he posts at least two runs the team is 3-1 (and 3-15 when he doesn't). Karson Cloninger was another key player, going 1-for-5 with one triple, two RBI, and one run.
As for Pinnacle Classical Academy, the victory was the fourth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 9-2. The pitching woes were uncharacteristic for they, who until this match were averaging 3.55 runs allowed.
On Pinnacle Classical Academy's side, Jake McNeily was a standout: he went 2-for-4 with two stolen bases, one run, and one double. Another player making a difference was Caleb Yates, who got on base in two of his three plate appearances with two stolen bases and three runs.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Lincolnton will welcome West Lincoln at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Rebels' pitching crew has only allowed 3.8 runs per game this season, so the Wolves' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Pinnacle Classical Academy, they will be playing at home against The Master's Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Monday.
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