Whitmer extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to nine on Sunday, dropping their season record down to 0-8 in the process. They were two runs away from ending the streak, but they lost a 4-2 heartbreaker at the hands of the Central Catholic Fighting Irish. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest defeat the Panthers have suffered since May 3, 2024.
As for Central Catholic, their win ended a 14-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 4-10. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory they have posted since April 2nd.
For Central Catholic's part, Beau Gardner spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered two runs (both of which were unearned) on four hits and racked up eight Ks.
On the hitting side, Dre Wardrop was incredible, going 2-for-4 with four stolen bases, two runs, and one double.
Whitmer and Central Catholic could both be facing uphill battles in their next games considering their disadvantage in the MaxPreps Ohio Rankings. The Panthers will face off against Ross at 5:00 p.m. on Friday with a big rank disadvantage (534 vs. 240). Meanwhile, Central Catholic (ranked 449th) will meet St. John's Jesuit (ranked 77th) at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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