Southern Wayne had to endure a four-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They came out on top against the North Lenoir Hawks by a score of 9-5 on Saturday. The win was just what Southern Wayne needed coming off of an 11-1 loss in their prior contest.
Brayden McKee was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he pitched 5.2 innings while giving up just one earned run off seven hits. McKee has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive pitching appearances. McKee was also big at the plate, scoring a run while going 1-for-4.
In other batting news, Cuyler Daly was excellent, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-4. Jake Coates was another key contributor, scoring three runs while getting on base in two of his four plate appearances.
On North Lenoir's side, Garrett Byrd was cooking despite his team's loss, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with a double and an RBI.
Southern Wayne's victory ended a seven-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 6-5. As for North Lenoir, their defeat ended a five-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 9-2.
Southern Wayne didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next match, a 5-2 win vs. East Duplin on the 1st. North Lenoir has also already played their next game, a 10-5 victory against C.B. Aycock on the 1st.
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