The Hiram Hornets will play host again on Wednesday to welcome the Mt. Zion Eagles, where first pitch is scheduled at 5:30 p.m. Hiram will be strutting in after a win while Mt. Zion will be coming in after a defeat.
Hiram will bounce into Wednesday's match after beating Woodland, who they hadn't topped in nine consecutive meetings. Hiram had just enough and edged Woodland out 9-8 on Tuesday. The victory was some much needed relief for the Hornets as it spelled an end to their three-game losing streak.
The team relied heavily on Arizona Jones, who went 2-for-4 with four RBI and two doubles. Another player making a difference was Liliy Matinez, who scored two runs while going 3-for-4.
Meanwhile, Mt. Zion lost 16-3 to Bowdon last Tuesday. The Eagles have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Hiram's win bumped their record up to 5-17. As for Mt. Zion, their loss dropped their record down to 5-13.
Hiram took their victory against Mt. Zion in their previous matchup back in October of 2023 by a conclusive 19-5. Does Hiram have another victory up their sleeve, or will Mt. Zion turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
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