Wayne Memorial is 0-10 against Franklin since April of 2017 but things could change on Monday. The Zebras will head out on the road to take on the Patriots at 4:30 p.m. Wayne Memorial has given up an average of 11.9 runs per game this season, but Monday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Wayne Memorial is headed into Monday's match looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their third straight game on Friday. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 12-11 heartbreaker at the hands of Jefferson. On the bright side, the 11- run performance marked the Zebras' highest-scoring contest to date.
Donny West put in work no matter where he played. He struck out nine batters over four innings while giving up just one earned (and seven unearned) runs off seven hits. West was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with two stolen bases, three runs, and three RBI.
In other batting news, Noah O'Neil made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went 3-for-4 with two stolen bases, four RBI, and one run. He also put up a double, which was his first of the season. Another player making a difference was Michael Seymour, who got on base in four of his five plate appearances with three stolen bases and one RBI.
Meanwhile, Franklin has relied on a stalwart pitchers averaging 2.09 runs allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Saturday. They came up short against Edsel Ford, falling 16-6. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest defeat the Patriots have suffered since May 4, 2024.
Ryan Davis was cooking despite his team's loss, going 3-for-4 with two doubles, one run, and one RBI. He has been hot recently, having posted three or more hits the last three times he's played. Landon Ruhl was another key player, going 3-for-4 with one RBI.
Having lost for the first time this season, Franklin fell to 10-1. As for Wayne Memorial, their loss dropped their record down to 1-12.
Wayne Memorial might still be hurting after the 8-0 defeat they got from Franklin in their previous meeting back in April of 2024. Can the Zebras avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
