After only two runs in their last contest, Lincolnton made sure to put some runs up on the board against Shelby on Monday. The Lincolnton Wolves blew past the Shelby Golden Lions 13-3. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 15-0 last Wednesday.
Tanlee Eley made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over five innings while giving up three earned runs off six hits (and only one walk). She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, scoring two runs while going 3-for-4.
In other batting news, Crystal Ngyuen was incredible, going a perfect 2-for-2 with four RBI and two runs. Brooklynn Johnson was another key player, scoring a run while going 3-for-4.
Wolves
| 03/17/25 vs Shelby | 15 |
| 03/14/25 vs West Caldwell | 4 |
| 03/13/25 @ South Point | 2 |
| 03/12/25 @ Shelby | 14 |
| 03/07/25 vs Newton-Conover | 13 |
| + 9 more games |
Lincolnton kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 15 hits. That's the most hits they've posted since back in April of 2024.
Lincolnton's record now sits at 4-5. As for Shelby, their loss was their fifth straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 0-7.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Lincolnton will venture away from home to square off against East Burke at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. East Burke is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 6.6 runs per game this season. As for Shelby, they will take on Highland Tech at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Shelby has given up an average of 17.3 runs per game this season, so hopefully the team got some pitching drills in this week.
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