Houston extended their losing streak to eight on Monday, dropping their season record down to 1-9 in the process. They lost 6-0 to the Botkins Trojans. The Wildcats were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Trojans apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in April of 2024.
As for Botkins, they pushed their record up to 4-5 with the win, which was their third straight at home. Those home victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 6.7 runs over those games.
For Botkins' part, Jay Wildermuth looked comfortable as he tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Wildermuth has become a key player for the Trojans: the team is undefeated when he allows at most two earned runs, but 1-5 otherwise.
On the hitting side, Levi Frey was excellent, going 2-for-3 with one stolen base and two RBI. Carter Huelsmeyer also deserves some recognition as he snagged his first stolen base of the season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Houston will venture away from home to take on Fort Loramie at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Botkins, they will take on Newton Local at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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