Lawrence County gave up the first runs on Thursday, but they didn't let that get them down. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Copiah Academy Colonels, sneaking past 5-3. That's more bragging rights for the Cougars, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Weston Dunaway
| 03/05/26 @ Copiah Academy | 15 |
| 02/17/26 @ West Marion | 14 |
| 02/24/26 vs St. Andrew's Episcopal | 12 |
| 02/10/26 vs Wesson | 11 |
| 02/07/26 @ Enterprise | 2 |
Weston Dunaway was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 15 batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off three hits (and only one walk). He is becoming a predictor of Lawrence County's success: when he posts at least eight strikeouts the team is 3-1 (and 2-4-1 when he doesn't). Dunaway was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with two RBI, one run, and one double.
Dunaway wasn't the only one making solid contact as five players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Tyne Calcote, who went 2-for-3 with one stolen base and one run.
The win made it two in a row for Lawrence County and bumps their season record up to 5-5-1. They've had to fight for that success though, as they only beat their opponents by an average of 1.5 runs across that stretch. As for Copiah Academy, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost five of their last six matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-6 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Lawrence County will take on Silliman Institute at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Wildcats' pitching crew has only allowed 3.6 runs per game this season, so the Cougars' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Copiah Academy, they will square off against East Rankin Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Colonels' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Patriots have averaged an impressive 6.8 runs per game this season.
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