Sumner Academy proved they can win big on Tuesday (they won by ten) and on Tuesday they proved they can win the close ones too. They narrowly escaped with a victory as the team sidled past the Wyandotte Bulldogs 6-4. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 10-0 on Tuesday.
Jaeden Hernandez
| 05/06/25 @ Wyandotte | 4 |
| 05/01/25 @ Harmon | 2 |
| 04/29/25 vs Washington | 1 |
| 04/08/25 vs Harmon | 9 |
Jaeden Hernandez was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. What's more, he posted four strikeouts, the most he's had since back in April. He was also solid in the batter's box, going a perfect 1-for-1 with one run and one double.
In other batting news, Kyle McClish was incredible, going 3-for-4 with three stolen bases, two runs, and one double. Sumner Academy is undefeated when McClish posts two or more stolen bases, but 2-10 otherwise. Another player making a difference was Erick Mares Morales, who got on base in both of his plate appearances with one stolen base and one run.
The win was the fourth in a row for Sumner Academy, bringing their record up to 5-10. They've had to fight for that success though, as they only beat their opponents by an average of 3.75 runs across that stretch. As for Wyandotte, they have been struggling recently as they've lost 11 of their last 13 matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 6-15 record this season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Sumner Academy will take on Highland Park on Thursday. As for Wyandotte, they will head out to challenge Leavenworth at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The Bulldogs' pitchers better be ready for this one: the PIONEERS have averaged an impressive 7.1 runs per game this season.
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