Newton was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their fourth straight loss. They took a 9-5 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Altamont Indians. The Eagles were not able to make up for their defeat to the Indians from their previous meeting back in May of 2024.
David Ferguson was cooking despite his team's loss, going 3-for-4 with one home run, three RBI, and two runs. That home run was his first of the season. The team also got some help courtesy of Quincy Fulton, who went 1-for-4 with one home run and two RBI.
Newton's loss dropped their record down to 4-7. As for Altamont, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 6-2.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Newton will face off against Shelbyville at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Rams will roll in looking for their eighth straight win, something the Eagles surely won't give up without a fight. As for Altamont, they will be playing at home against Brownstown/St. Elmo at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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