It was a proper cat-fight when Wheeler faced off against Plainfield on Thursday. The Lions fell just short of the Panthers by a score of 16-15. The loss put an end to the Lions' undefeated start to the season.
Mason Perkins made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went 3-for-4 with four runs, four RBI, and one stolen base. Another player making a difference was James Main, who got on base in four of his five plate appearances with three runs, two RBI, and one double.
Having lost for the first time this season, Wheeler fell to 2-1. As for Plainfield, with the victory, they broke their three-game losing streak and moved their record to 2-4.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Wheeler will venture away from home to face off against Bacon Academy at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. As for Plainfield, they will head out to square off against Killingly at 4:15 p.m. on Monday.
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