Southwood extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 12 on Monday, dropping their season record down to 0-11 in the process. They came up short against the Whitko Wildcats, falling 12-2. If the Knights were looking for revenge after losing 10-7 to the Wildcats when the teams met back in April of 2024, then they'll just have to keep looking.
Southwood saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Tucker Whybrew, who went 1-for-2 with two stolen bases and one run.
As for Whitko, their win ended a three-game drought at home and bumped them up to 8-5. The result was nothing new for the Wildcats, who have now won five matchups by seven runs or more so far this season.
On Whitko's side, Riley Harman was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run while striking out eight over five innings pitched. Harman also tossed a walk, which is notable because Whitko is undefeated when he allows at most two walks, but 4-5 otherwise. Harman was also big at the plate, going 3-for-4 with two runs, two doubles, and one triple. Those two doubles gave him a new career-high.
In other batting news, Ethen Morris was a standout: he went a perfect 3-for-3 with two runs and one RBI. Those three hits gave him a new career-high. Daton Day was another key player, going 3-for-4 with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Southwood will host Lewis Cass at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Whitko, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Argos at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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