Nickerson's game last Friday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Tuesday. They were the clear victors by a 21-7 margin over the Hoisington Cardinals. The game was the first time the Panthers have beaten the Cardinals on their field since May 10, 2021.
Joshua Rodarte made a big impact no matter where he played. On the mound, he tossed three innings while giving up just two earned runs off two hits. Rodarte was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-4.
In other batting news, Lian Hedrick was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing a base while getting on base in all five of his plate appearances. Chase Welch was another key player, scoring a run while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances.
Nickerson always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .667. Their OBP was a full 0 higher than the also-impressive .516 that Hoisington posted.
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| 04/01/25 - Away | 21-7 W |
| 03/26/24 - Home | 0-13 L |
| 03/26/24 - Home | 0-14 L |
| 03/28/23 - Away | 2-17 L |
| 03/28/23 - Away | 4-6 L |
| + 5 more games |
Nickerson's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-4. As for Hoisington, their loss was their first of the season and makes their record 4-1.
Nickerson will have a chance to go back-to-back against the Cardinals: the pair will be back at it again later today.
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