Aurora barely beat Southwest the last time the pair played, but that sure wasn't the case this time around. Aurora's pitcher stepped up to hand Southwest a 17-0 shutout on Friday. That looming 17-0 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for the Houn Dawgs yet this season.
Max Holland was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Holland was also big at the plate, scoring two runs while going 2-for-3.
Sean Creasey
| 03/28/25 vs Southwest | 3 |
| 03/27/25 vs Purdy | 3 |
| 03/24/25 vs Hollister | 2 |
| 03/22/25 @ Holden | 1 |
In other batting news, Sean Creasey was incredible, getting on base in all three of his plate appearances with three runs, three RBI, and one triple. Aurora is undefeated when Creasey posts two or more runs, but 0-3 otherwise. Memphis Mooneyham was another key player, scoring three runs while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances.
Aurora hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. The team's really been improving in that area: they've now improved their strikeout total in four consecutive matchups.
Aurora's victory was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 3-3. Those wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 11.0 runs over those games. As for Southwest, they are on an eight-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-6.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Aurora will host West Plains at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday. As for Southwest, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Liberal at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday.
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