Norwood's game on Tuesday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Thursday. Their pitcher stepped up to hand the Middletown Christian Eagles an 18-0 shutout. With that victory, the Indians brought their scoring average up to 7.3 runs per game.
Nick Lomboy
| 04/16/26 vs Middletown Christian | 12 |
| 03/30/26 @ Wyoming | 10 |
| 04/07/26 vs Seven Hills | 8 |
Nick Lomboy made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run while striking out 12 over five innings pitched. Norwood is 2-1 when Lomboy posts eight or more strikeouts, but 1-5 otherwise. Lomboy was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with two runs, one double, and one RBI. That double marked the first that he has hit this season.
In other batting news, Connor Lehew was incredible, going a perfect 4-for-4 with three RBI, two runs, and one double. Another player making a difference was Will Long, who got on base in three of his four plate appearances with three runs, two RBI, and one double.
Norwood's win bumped their record up to 3-6. As for Middletown Christian, their loss dropped their record down to 0-3.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Norwood will host Deer Park at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. The Wildcats have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 15.89 runs per game on average), something the Indians will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Middletown Christian, they will welcome Carroll at 5:00 p.m. on Friday.
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