Spencer County typically has all the answers at home, but on Wednesday Shelby County proved too difficult a challenge. They came out on top against the Bears by a score of 7-2. The win was a breath of fresh air for the Rockets as it put an end to their five-game losing streak.
Foster Whisman was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he struck out 12 batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned runs off four hits (and only one walk). He is becoming a predictor of Shelby County's success: when he posts at least eight strikeouts the team is 2-1 (and 8-16 when he doesn't). Whisman was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with one home run and two RBI. That's the most RBI he has posted since back in March.
Caleb Cook
| 05/07/25 @ Spencer County | 4 |
| 04/15/25 @ Christian Educational Consortium | 3 |
| 05/11/24 @ North Bullitt | 2 |
| 04/23/25 vs Woodford County | 1 |
| 03/29/25 vs Clay | 1 |
In other batting news, Caleb Cook and Isaac Voight did most of the damage at the plate: Cook went 2-for-4 with four RBI and one double, while Voight went 2-for-4 with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI. Those four RBI gave Cook a new career-high.
Shelby County's victory bumped their record up to 10-17. As for Spencer County, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost five of their last six games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 20-11 record this season.
Shelby County will be playing at home against Bardstown at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Spencer County, they will venture away from home to challenge Fairdale at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
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