Shuckers Drop Opener to Lookouts

Published on August 19, 2025 under Southern League (SL)
Biloxi Shuckers News Release

BILOXI, MS - The Biloxi Shuckers (62-52, 20-26) dropped the series-opener to the Chattanooga Lookouts (60-49, 22-21), 7-3, at Keesler Federal Park on Tuesday night. Despite the loss, Cooper Pratt and Matthew Wood each extended their hit streaks to six consecutive games with multi-hit performances, while Blake Burke recorded a hit in his ninth consecutive game with a late single.

The Lookouts struck early with four runs in the first inning off an RBI groundout from Jay Allen II, an RBI single from Leo Balcazar and a two-run home run from Austin Hendrick. The Shuckers struck back in the bottom half of the inning with a bases-loaded walk to Eduardo Garcia, making it 4-1. They cut the deficit to 4-2 in the third with an RBI single from Matthew Wood, scoring Cooper Pratt from second. In the sixth, a wild pitch allowed two runs to score for the Lookouts, making it 6-2. Cooper Pratt then recorded his second hit of the night, an RBI single into left, making it 6-3. The Lookouts scored their final run in the ninth inning on Austin Hendrick's second home run of the night, a solo shot to right-center. Drew Parrish (2-2) earned the win while Alexander Cornielle (4-7) took the loss for the Shuckers.

Cooper Pratt (2-for-5) and Matthew Wood (2-for-3) each recorded a multi-hit performance for the Shuckers. Luis Lara also recorded his team-leading 34 th stolen base of the season, tied for the third-most in the Southern League this season.

Both teams return to action tomorrow at 6:35 p.m. at Keesler Federal Park. K.C. Hunt (7-8, 4.98) is slated to start for the Shuckers against T.J. Sikkema (5-3, 5.40) for the Lookouts. It's Military Wednesday presented by Keesler Federal Credit Union, where all military personnel can receive a $3 discount on Dugout Box and Reserved Level tickets. Fans and their four-legged friends can purchase tickets for $16 in advance and sit in dog-friendly Sections 117 and 119 for Bark in the Park. Fans must sign a waiver for their pets to enjoy the game. From gates open until first pitch, fans can enjoy $4 16oz Corona Premier, Corona Extra, Modelo, Pacifico, $6 High Noon and $8 well cocktails at the Corona Premier Tiki Bar for Happy Hour. Fans can listen live on the Biloxi Shuckers Radio Network with pregame coverage beginning at 6:15 p.m.

Fans can save up to 50% off day-of-game pricing by securing their 2025 Shuck Nation membership today. Shuck Nation memberships, Flex Plans and group outings are available now by visiting biloxishuckers.com, the ballpark offices and by calling (228) 233-3465. Fans can also receive more information regarding the full promotion schedule and single-game tickets on the Shuckers website.

Biloxi Shuckers shortstop Cooper Pratt (Demetrius Hill)

Southern League Stories from August 19, 2025

• Painful Ending: Trash Pandas Fall 4-3 on Walk-Off Hit Batter - Rocket City Trash Pandas
• Shuckers Drop Opener to Lookouts - Biloxi Shuckers
• Strong Pitching, Clutch Hitting, Leads Montgomery to 5-2 Win over Knoxville - Montgomery Biscuits
• Williams Leads Wahoos to Shutout Win over Clingstones - Pensacola Blue Wahoos
• Shuckers Make Four Roster Moves Prior to Series Opener - Biloxi Shuckers
• Atlanta Braves Pitcher Chris Sale Slated for Rehab Start with Columbus Clingstones - Columbus Clingstones
• Burnt Biscuits: Smokies Set to Turn Up the Heat on Montgomery - Knoxville Smokies

The opinions expressed in this release are those of the organization issuing it, and do not necessarily reflect the thoughts or opinions of OurSports Central or its staff.

Other Recent Biloxi Shuckers Stories

• Hunt Turns in Strong Start in Shuckers Loss to Lookouts
• Shuckers Drop Opener to Lookouts
• Shuckers Make Four Roster Moves Prior to Series Opener
• DeBerry Ties Career-High with 7 Strikeouts, Shuckers Drop Finale to Clingstones
• Shuckers Juice Clingstones Behind 13-Run Explosion, Wichrowski's Strong Start