Columbia extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to six on Tuesday, dropping them down to 0-4. They came up short against the Hobgood Charter Raiders, falling 16-0. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Wildcats of the 12-10 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2025.
As for Hobgood Charter, the win keeps them at an undefeated 7-0. Those victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they've averaged 14.6 runs this season.
For Hobgood Charter's part, Columbia's batters probably weren't too happy with LUKE LANIER, who pitched a no hitter and racked up 13 Ks (he gave up a single walk). LANIER has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in four consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, PARKER CALE was incredible, getting on base in four of his five plate appearances with two stolen bases, four RBI, and two runs. That's the most RBI he has posted since back in March of 2025. Another player making a difference was CONNER ROBERSON, who got on base in all five of his plate appearances with three runs, one stolen base, and one double.
The teams didn't have to wait long for a rematch: Hobgood Charter beat Columbia by a score of 14-4 on Friday.
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