West Point took a ten-run loss the last time they faced off against Meridian, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Green Wave sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 7-6 win over the Wildcats on Saturday. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Green Wave have posted since March 17, 2025.
Reco Collins made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Collins was also big at the plate, getting on base in both of his plate appearances with two stolen bases and two runs. That's the most stolen bases he has posted since back in March of 2025.
Collins wasn't the only one making solid contact as two players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was J'Michael Strong, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI. That's the most hits Strong has posted since back in February of 2025. Another was Braydon Pennington, who earned two RBI and one stolen base.
The win got West Point back to even at 1-1. As for Meridian, they are on a five-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-2.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. West Point will welcome Shannon at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Meridian, they will challenge East Marion at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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