For the second straight game, Lincolnton will face off against Highland Tech. The Wolves are taking a road trip to square off against the Rams at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Lincolnton comes in still looking for their first win of the season.
Highland Tech hit Lincolnton with a seven-run sixth inning on Wednesday, which goes a long way in explaining the final result. The Wolves came up short against the Rams, falling 8-2.
For Highland Tech's part, Coleman Schafer spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered just two earned runs on five hits and racked up seven Ks. Schafer has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Jackson Bradley and Grayson Lunsford did most of the damage at the plate: Bradley went a perfect 2-for-2 with two RBI and one run, while Lunsford got on base in four of his five plate appearances with two RBI and one double. That's the most RBI Bradley has posted since back in April of 2025. Sawyer Armstrong also deserves some recognition as he hit his first double of the season.
Highland Tech always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .526. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
Highland Tech's win ended a four-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 3-5. As for Lincolnton, their loss dropped their record down to 0-7.
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