No. 1 Pearl River showcased exceptional starting pitching, sweeping Meridian in a conference doubleheader with scores of 8-6 and 9-2. Drew Harrison delivered a solid start in game one, earning his seventh win of the season, while Landon Watts complete game performance in game two helped secure the victory. Despite some challenges from Meridian, Pearl River's offense, led by key contributions from Jackson Estes and Gatlin Pitts, proved effective. The wins solidify Pearl River's position at the top of the MACCC standings with a two-game lead. With 10 games left in the season, the Wildcats are poised for a strong finish.

By the Numbers
  • Pearl River holds a 34-8 overall record and 16-2 in MACCC play.
  • Drew Harrison improved to 7-0 with a six-inning outing, allowing two runs and striking out seven.
  • Landon Watts pitched a complete game in the second match, allowing two runs (one earned) and striking out seven.
  • Jackson Estes led the offense with three hits and two RBIs in game one.
State of Play
  • Pearl River enjoys a two-game lead in the MACCC standings.
  • The Wildcats have 10 games remaining in the regular season.
  • The team is coming off strong back-to-back wins against a tough Meridian squad.
What's Next

Pearl River will face Mississippi Delta in a doubleheader on Saturday, seeking to extend their winning streak and maintain their position in the standings. Continued strong pitching performances will be crucial as they approach the final stretch of the season.

Bottom Line

Pearl River's ability to harness starting pitching strength is critical for their success moving forward. If the Wildcats can maintain this level of performance, they are likely to solidify their top ranking in the MACCC and improve their chances in the postseason.