Norton took a six-run loss the last time they faced off against Field, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Panthers sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 9-8 win over the Falcons on Wednesday. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Panthers have posted since May 7, 2024.
Panthers
| 04/16/25 vs Field | 9-8 |
| 04/04/25 vs Ravenna | 5-0 |
| 03/29/25 vs Orange | 5-0 |
| 05/18/24 vs Revere | 9-4 |
| 05/13/24 vs Cleveland Central Catholic | 19-0 |
| 05/07/24 vs Woodridge | 8-7 |
Norton pushed their record up to 5-2 with the win, which was their sixth straight at home dating back to last season. Those home victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 9.2 runs over those games. As for Field, their defeat ended a five-game streak of away wins dating back to last season and brought them to 4-2.
Norton and Field should be looking forward to their upcoming games as both have a sizable advantage in the MaxPreps Ohio Rankings. The Panthers will challenge Mogadore at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday with a big rank advantage (224 vs. 558). Meanwhile, Field (ranked 73rd) will meet Crestwood (ranked 477th) at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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