Ashbrook extended their losing streak to four on Friday, dropping them down to 3-4. They came up short against the North Gaston Wildcats, falling 16-2. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Greenwave of the 11-1 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2025.
Ashbrook saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Julian Vega, who went 1-for-2 with one stolen base and one run.
As for North Gaston, they pushed their record up to 5-2 with the victory, which was their third straight on the road. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won five matchups by ten runs or more this season.
On North Gaston's side, Blake Mitchell made a splash no matter where he played. On the mound, he pitched one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Mitchell also tossed no earned runs, which is notable because North Gaston is undefeated when he allows at most three earned runs, but 1-2 otherwise. Mitchell was also big at the plate, going 1-for-4 with three stolen bases and two runs.
In other pitching news, Jackson Livingston looked comfortable as he struck out eight batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive appearances.
Back at the plate, Elijah Cunningham was incredible, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with two stolen bases, three runs, and two RBI. He has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last four times he's played. Jordan Cunningham 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 contests. Ashbrook will challenge West Mecklenburg at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. The Greenwave's pitchers better be ready for this one: the Hawks have averaged an impressive 7.1 runs per game this season. As for North Gaston, they will square off against Kings Mountain at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Wildcats' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Mountaineers have averaged an impressive 7.4 runs per game this season.
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