West Potomac was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They took a 7-3 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Fairfax Lions. The Wolverines were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Lions earlier this season, when they won 12-2.
Austin Dean put in work no matter where he played. He struck out six batters over 3.2 innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Furthermore, he didn't allow a single earned run, the first time he has blanked an opponent since back in March of 2024. He was also big at the plate, going 1-for-2 with one double and one RBI.
In other batting news, Banks Holman was cooking despite his team's loss, going 3-for-4 with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI.
West Potomac's record now sits at 7-9. As for Fairfax, their victory ended a five-game drought at home and bumped them up to 6-10.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. West Potomac will host Lake Braddock at 6:30 p.m. on Monday. The Wolverines are facing the Bruins at the right time seeing as the Bruins are stuck on a four-game losing streak. As for Fairfax, they will be playing at home against Woodson at 6:30 p.m. on Monday.
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