Godby extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to five on Thursday, dropping them down to 0-3. They lost 14-1 to the Leon Lions. The Cougars were not able to make up for their loss to the Lions from their previous meeting back in March of 2025.
Godby saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Eric Briggs, who went 1-for-2 with one triple and one RBI.
As for Leon, their record is now 2-3. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
On Leon's side, Caleb Knipple was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and allowing only one hit while striking out seven over four innings pitched. Knipple was also big at the plate, going 1-for-2 with two runs and one stolen base. That stolen base was his first of the season.
In other batting news, Jacob Strunk was a standout: he got on base in three of his four plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI. That RBI marked the first that he has brought in this season. Dylan Smith was another key player, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with two runs, one double, and one RBI.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Godby will look to takes advantage of their home field for the first time this season as they takes on Rickards at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. The game will give the Cougars their first taste of in-conference action this season. As for Leon, they will square off against Bainbridge at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
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