Alexander came into Friday's matchup having lost 14 straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They won by a run and slipped past the Harrison Hoyas 10-9. The Cougars' hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Peyton Clower looked comfortable as he tossed 2.2 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. What's more, he gave up only zero walks, the fewest he's had since back in April of 2024.
On the hitting side, Jon Bemus and Brendan Pickett did most of the damage at the plate: Bemus scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-4, while Pickett scored a run while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Joshua Price, who scored a run while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
Cougars
| 03/07/25 vs Harrison | 51.4% |
| 03/03/25 vs Mount Paran Christian | 31.8% |
| 03/01/25 @ Lassiter | 29.2% |
| 02/26/25 vs Marietta | 40.6% |
| 02/25/25 vs East Coweta | 26.9% |
| + 7 more games |
Alexander always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .514. The last time their OBP was this high was back in April of 2024.
Alexander's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-10. As for Harrison, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 6-7.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Alexander will challenge East Paulding at 5:55 p.m. on Monday. East Paulding's pitching crew has only allowed 4.1 runs per game this season, so Alexander's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Harrison, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Campbell at 5:55 p.m. on Tuesday.
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