New Site had to endure a four-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They narrowly escaped with a win as the team sidled past the Walnut Wildcats 11-9. The high-flying hitting performance was a huge turnaround for New Site considering their one-run performance the contest before.
New Site got a great performance from Grant Maxey as he pitched six innings while giving up four earned (and three unearned) runs off four hits.
At the plate, Ben Taylor and Jayden Greene did most of the damage at the plate: Taylor went 2-for-3 with three RBI, while Greene scored two runs while going 2-for-5.
On Walnut's side, Jack Leak was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 2-for-4.
New Site's victory bumped their record up to 6-14. As for Walnut, they have not been sharp recently as the team has lost six of their last eight matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-7 record this season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. New Site will face off against Hatley at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Walnut, they will head out on the road to take on Potts Camp at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday. One thing working in Potts Camp's favor is that they have posted big run totals in their last three matches.
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