North Vermillion is 9-1 against Covington since May of 2018, and they'll have a chance to extend that success on Monday. The North Vermillion Falcons will head out on the road to square off against the Covington Trojans at 5:00 p.m. North Vermillion is no doubt hoping to put an end to a 16-game streak of away losses dating back to last season.
North Vermillion's hitters might be in the hot seat on Monday considering what happened against Riverton Parke on Wednesday. They lost 12-0 to the Panthers.
Meanwhile, Covington was not able to break out of their rough patch on Saturday as the team picked up their sixth straight loss. They lost 12-0 to South Vermillion. While getting shut out isn't ideal, Covington has not been shut out since back in April.
North Vermillion's defeat dropped their record down to 1-13. As for Covington, their loss dropped their record down to 7-14.
Monday's matchup will be a test for both team's pitchers. North Vermillion hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .314. However, it's not like Covington struggles in that department as they've averaged .317. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
North Vermillion suffered a grim 8-1 defeat to Covington in their previous meeting back in May of 2023. Can North Vermillion avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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