North Mac has relied on a stalwart pitchers averaging three runs allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Monday. They fell just short of the Mt. Pulaski Hilltoppers by a score of 10-8. That makes it the first time this season the Panthers have let down their home crowd.
Chase Millburg made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-3 with three RBI. The team also got some help courtesy of Aiden Hatalla, who scored two runs and stole a base.
North Mac's loss dropped their record down to 6-2. As for Mt. Pulaski, they now have a winning record of 3-2.
Looking ahead, North Mac will look to defend their home field on Wednesday against Edinburg at 4:30 p.m. The Panthers are facing the Wildcats at the right time seeing as the Wildcats are stuck on a four-game losing streak. As for Mt. Pulaski, they will venture away from home to square off against Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Knights will roll in looking for their fifth straight victory, something the Hilltoppers surely won't give up without a fight.
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