Jackson-Olin extended their losing streak to nine on Saturday, dropping them down to 3-11. They lost 24-9 to the Huffman Vikings. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Vikings this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 17-2 back in March.
As for Huffman, the win snapped their losing streak at four games and leaves them with a 8-9 record. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Huffman's part, Kharter Stephens made a splash while hitting and pitching. He tossed one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Stephens has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two hits any time he's pitched this season. He was also big at the plate, getting on base in two of his three plate appearances with three stolen bases and three runs. Those three stolen bases gave him a new career-high.
In other batting news, Huffman got a massive performance out of Major Davis-Craig, who went 1-for-3 with three stolen bases, four runs, and four RBI. The Vikings are undefeated when Davis-Craig posts two or more runs, but 5-9 otherwise. Another player making a difference was Austin Davis, who went 2-for-3 with two stolen bases, three RBI, and two runs.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Jackson-Olin will face off against Indian Springs at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. The Student have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 16.38 runs per game on average), something the Mustangs will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Huffman, they will take on Parker at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. The Vikings' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Thundering Herd have averaged an impressive 9.9 runs per game this season.
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