Watkins Memorial dropped to 11-6 on Saturday, ending the team's three-game streak of wins on the road. They came up short against the Lincoln Lions, falling 21-11. The Warriors were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Lions apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in May of 2024.
Jax Dotson was cooking despite his team's loss, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with three runs, four RBI, and two doubles. Cody York also deserves some recognition as he launched his first home run of the season.
As for Lincoln, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 12-6. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
On Lincoln's side, Aidan Reasoner was a standout: he got on base in four of his five plate appearances with four stolen bases, four runs, and three RBI. Those four stolen bases gave Reasoner a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Graham Triplett, who got on base in all five of his plate appearances with five runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Watkins Memorial will face off against Granville at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Lincoln, they will take on New Albany at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. The Eagles' pitching crew has only allowed 3.4 runs per game this season, so the Lions' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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