Lynn Camp extended their losing streak to four on Monday, dropping them down to 6-7. They lost 20-5 to the Thomas Walker Pioneers. The Wildcats were not able to make up for their loss to the Pioneers from their previous meeting back in April of 2024.
As for Thomas Walker, the victory snapped their losing streak at five games and leaves them with a 3-5 record. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Thomas Walker's part, Clay Cheek made a big impact no matter where he played. He struck out eight batters over three innings while giving up just two earned (and three unearned) runs off one hit. Cheek is becoming a predictor of Thomas Walker's success: when he allows at most one hit the team is 2-1 (and 1-4 when he doesn't). Cheek was even better at the plate, going a perfect 3-for-3 with five stolen bases, four runs, and one double. He has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times he's played.
Looking ahead, Lynn Camp will take on Pineville at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Thomas Walker, they will face off against Eastside at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Spartans' pitching crew has only allowed three runs per game this season, so the Pioneers' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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