South Newton unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They fell just short of the Cissna Park Timberwolves by a score of 5-3 on Thursday. Sadly, the loss continues a streak the team started last season, making it six in a row.
Aidan Mattox and Keaton Luttrell put in work while hitting and pitching. Throwing, Mattox struck out six batters over 2.2 innings while giving up just two earned runs off one hit. Meanwhile, Luttrell pitched three innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits. That's the fewest hits Mattox has allowed since back in April of 2024. At bat, Mattox scored a run and stole four bases while going 2-for-3, while Luttrell scored a run and stole three bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
In other batting news, Cayden Martin was cooking despite his team's loss, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with three stolen bases and one double. The team also got some help courtesy of Michael Dewing, who went 1-for-3 with four stolen bases.
Cissna Park's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-4.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. South Newton will venture away from home to face off against Fountain Central at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday. As for Cissna Park, they will head out to challenge Schlarman at 4:30 p.m. on Monday.
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