Mason’s Cycle Propels Trojans Ahead of #3 Catawba, 8-5
Josh Mason made history by hitting for the cycle, leading the Trojans to an 8–5 win over No. 3 Catawba. Mason's performance marks the first cycle for Mount Olive in over 13 years, helping the team secure its second victory of the season against the ranked Indians. Mason contributed significantly throughout the game, igniting the offense and delivering crucial runs, including a go-ahead homer in the seventh. With this win, the Trojans have improved to 8 wins in their last 10 games. The team is gearing up for a three-game series against Shorter starting Friday.
By the Numbers- Mason is the sixth player in program history to hit for the cycle.
- The Trojans have won 8 of their last 10 games.
- Mount Olive is on a late-season surge, with momentum from recent victories.
- The team will face Shorter in a critical three-game series starting Friday at 4:00 PM.
With the Trojans riding high on Mason's performance, they look to maintain their winning streak against Shorter, which could further solidify their playoff positioning.
Bottom LineMason's historic performance highlights the Trojans' potential as they approach the postseason, underscoring the need to sustain momentum through upcoming games.
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