Shawe Memorial extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to eight on Wednesday, dropping their season record down to 0-7 in the process. They came up short against the South Decatur Cougars, falling 11-0. If the Hilltoppers were looking for revenge after losing 10-3 to the Cougars when the teams met back in April of 2024, then they'll just have to keep looking.
Shawe Memorial got a good showing from Joseph Hart, who tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits.
As for South Decatur, the victory got them back to even at 3-3. With that win, they brought their scoring average up to 6.2 runs per game.
On South Decatur's side, JP Scudder made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he kept things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out 12 over five innings pitched. Scudder has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with four runs, two stolen bases, and one triple. South Decatur is 2-1 when Scudder posts two or more stolen bases, but 1-2 otherwise.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Grady Scudder, who went 2-for-3 with two stolen bases, three runs, and two doubles. Those two doubles gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Corey Nugent, who went 1-for-3 with three stolen bases and two runs.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Shawe Memorial will venture away from home to square off against Henryville at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. The last three games the Hornets have played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one. As for South Decatur, they will head out to challenge Waldron at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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