Antelope took a eight-run loss the last time they faced off against McClatchy, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Titans came out on top in a nail-biter against the Lions on Friday, sneaking past 3-1. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Titans have posted since April 26, 2024.
Tristan Hofferber spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered a run (which was unearned) on three hits and racked up seven Ks. He also tossed no earned runs, which is notable because Antelope is undefeated when he allows at most one earned run, but 5-8 otherwise.
Kaden Coates
| 02/18/25 vs West Campus | 4 |
| 04/11/25 vs McClatchy | 2 |
| 03/31/25 vs Kennedy | 2 |
| 04/02/25 vs Cordova | 1 |
| 03/26/25 @ West Park | 1 |
| + 6 more games |
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Kaden Coates, who scored two runs while going 2-for-2. He has become a key player for Antelope: the team is undefeated when he posts at least two runs, but 6-8 otherwise. Braden Porter also deserves some recognition as he hit his first double of the season.
Antelope's win was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 9-8. Those home victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 9.0 runs over those games. As for McClatchy, their defeat dropped their record down to 15-3.
Looking ahead, Antelope will take on Laguna Creek in a tournament on Monday. The Cardinals will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something the Titans surely won't give up without a fight. As for McClatchy, they will be taking part in a tournament against River Valley at 9:00 a.m. on Monday. The Lions are facing the Falcons at the right time seeing as the Falcons are stuck on a 13-game losing streak.
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