Waldron extended their losing streak to four on Tuesday, dropping them down to 6-6. They lost 11-0 to the Rushville Lions. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Mohawks of the 12-1 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2023.
As for Rushville, they are on a roll lately: they've won three of their last four games. That's provided a nice bump to their 4-7 record this season. Those wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 2.8 runs on average over those games.
For Rushville's part, Kaceik Lunsford made a splash while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Lunsford has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with three RBI, one run, and one double. Those three RBI gave him a new career-high.
In other batting news, Josh Cowan was incredible, going a perfect 2-for-2 with two runs, two RBI, and one double. Grant Cameron was another key player, going 1-for-2 with two RBI and one run.
Looking ahead, Waldron will square off against South Decatur at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Mohawks' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Cougars have averaged an impressive 6.7 runs per game this season. As for Rushville, they will challenge North Decatur at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Lions' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Chargers have averaged an impressive 10.7 runs per game this season.
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