South Holt posted their closest victory since April 22, 2024 on Tuesday. They skirted past the Penney Hornets 10-8. Winning may never get old, but the Knights sure are getting used to it with their third in a row.
| 04/01/25 @ Penney | 5 |
| 03/28/25 vs Plattsburg | 2 |
| 05/08/24 @ Lathrop | 2 |
| 04/22/24 vs Rock Port | 2 |
| 04/15/24 @ Northeast Nodaway | 9 |
Cole Medsker was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching two innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. What's more, he posted five strikeouts, the most he's had since back in April of 2024. He was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with one home run and three RBI.
In other batting news, South Holt let River Cotton and Will Jackson run wild. Cotton scored two runs and stole two bases while going 2-for-4, while Jackson scored a run and stole three bases while going 1-for-4. Those two stolen bases gave Cotton a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Tayte Prussman, who scored a run and stole two bases.
South Holt's win bumped their record up to 3-1. As for Penney, they are on a seven-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-6.
Looking ahead, South Holt will be playing in front of their home fans against North Nodaway at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Penney, they will venture away from home to square off against Lathrop at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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