Kings Mountain posted their closest win since May 7, 2024 on Thursday. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Highland Tech Rams, sneaking past 4-2.
Gavyn Manion
| 03/27/25 vs Highland Tech | 2 |
| 03/25/25 vs North Gaston | 0 |
| 03/18/25 vs Huss | 2 |
| 03/11/25 vs Ashbrook | 2 |
Gavyn Manion tossed a big game, striking out eight batters over six innings while giving up just two earned runs off five hits. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Lawson Kennedy was excellent, going 2-for-3 with one home run. That home run was his first of the season.
The victory got Kings Mountain back to even at 5-5. As for Highland Tech, their loss dropped their record down to 5-7.
Kings Mountain and Highland Tech could both be facing uphill battles in their next games considering their disadvantage in the MaxPreps North Carolina Rankings. Kings Mountain (ranked 257th) will meet North Gaston (ranked 108th) at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, Highland Tech will square off against Cherryville at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday down 190 places (332 vs. 142).
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