After low-scoring totals in their previous three contests, Oakdale brought some dynamite into their most recent match. They were the clear victors by a 13-4 margin over the Rockwood Tigers on Monday. The home team had taken home the W every time these teams have met since March 22, 2022, but that streak is no more.
Bryson King
| 03/17/25 vs Midway | 10 |
| 03/10/25 vs Cumberland County | 3 |
Bryson King made a big impact no matter where he played. He didn't allow a single earned run while striking out ten over five innings pitched. He also tossed no earned runs, which is notable because Oakdale is 2-1 when he allows at most three earned runs, but 2-5 otherwise. King was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Austin Williams, who scored two runs and stole three bases while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances. He also put up two hits, which were his first of the season. Waylon Turner was another key player, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-4.
Oakdale's victory was their first in the district, bumping their district record up to 1-2 and their overall record up to 4-6. As for Rockwood, they are on a 12-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-4.
Oakdale will have a chance to go back-to-back against Rockwood: the pair's next game is a rematch scheduled at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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