The Eupora Eagles will face off against the Houston Hilltoppers at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. Eupora is coming into the game hot, having won their last seven games.
On Friday, Eupora earned an 8-4 victory over West Point.
The team relied heavily on Macon Ballard, who went 2-for-4 with two RBI, one run, and one double.
Meanwhile, there's no place like home for Houston, who bounced back after a loss on the road on Tuesday. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with an 8-7 win over New Albany on Friday. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Hilltoppers have posted since April 17, 2025.
Tanner Boswell spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered just two earned (and five unearned) runs on six hits and racked up eight Ks. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't tossed less than eight strikeouts in three consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Braylon Rogers was excellent, going 1-for-3 with three stolen bases, one run, and one RBI. Those three stolen bases gave him a new career-high.
Houston's win bumped their record up to 7-4-1. As for Eupora, their victory bumped their record up to 10-4.
Saturday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Eupora has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .510. However, it's not like Houston struggles in that department as they've averaged .432. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Eupora might still be hurting after the 14-4 loss they got from Houston in their previous matchup back in March of 2025. Will the Eagles have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other baseball content.
