Hancock had lost nine straight on the road, but on Friday they dropped their record down to 3-20-1 to make it ten. They came up short against the Whitfield Warriors, falling 6-0. The Tigers were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Warriors apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in April of 2019.
Whitfield's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-15. They not only won on Friday, but they posted their biggest win since May 9, 2024 (when they won 16-1).
For Whitfield's part, Parker Walseth was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, keeping things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out 13 over five innings pitched. Those 13 strikeouts gave Walseth a new career-high. He was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with two doubles, one stolen base, and two RBI.
In other batting news, Laith Siddiqi was incredible, going 2-for-3 with three stolen bases and two runs. That's the most runs he has posted since back in May of 2024. Caleb Carter also deserves some recognition as he got his first hit of the season.
Looking ahead, Hancock will head out on the road to face off against Lutheran North at 4:15 p.m. on Monday. As for Whitfield, they will be playing at home against Principia at 4:30 p.m. on Monday.
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