Wake Forest put another one in the bag on Friday to keep their perfect season alive. They came out on top against the Seaforth Hawks by a score of 8-4. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 8-0 back in February.
Carson Crider tossed a big game, striking out six batters over five innings while giving up just two earned runs off five hits. That's the most strikeouts he has posted since back in March of 2024.
At the plate, Kellen Rogers was incredible, going 3-for-4 with one home run, two runs, and one stolen base. He has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last four times he's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Ian Williams, who scored a run while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
Wake Forest lost a few balls and finished the game with two home runs. That's the most home runs they've managed all season.
Cougars
| 03/14/25 vs Seaforth | 8-4 |
| 03/06/25 vs Chapel Hill | 8-0 |
| 03/03/25 vs Cedar Ridge | 12-1 |
| 05/14/24 vs Corinth Holders | 2-1 |
| 05/07/24 vs Garner | 9-0 |
| + 10 more games |
Wake Forest's victory was their 15th straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 7-0. Those victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 1.5 runs on average over those games. As for Seaforth, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-6.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Wake Forest will welcome Northern Durham at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Wake Forest is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 9.3 runs per game this season. As for Seaforth, they will be playing at home against Chatham Central at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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