Wheeler couldn't quite beat Tolman on Friday, but the two-run margin was a huge improvement compared to the eight-run loss they were dealt last Saturday. The Wheeler Warriors fell just short of the Tolman Tigers by a score of 7-5. Wheeler was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Tolman apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in June of 2018.
Will Singer was cooking despite his team's loss, going 2-for-2 with three RBI and two doubles. Xavier Bain was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-3.
Even though they lost, Wheeler was hitting in the alleys and finished the game with three doubles. That's the most doubles they've managed all season.
Wheeler's loss was their tenth straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 4-9. As for Tolman, the victory (which was their sixth in a row) raised their record to 15-4.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Wheeler is on the road again on Monday to play Harvey at 4:00 p.m. As for Tolman, they will square off against Rocky Hill Country Day at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday. The last five games Tolman has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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