Horse Creek Academy can now show off seven landslide victories after their most recent game on Monday. They put the hurt on the Wagener-Salley War Eagles with a sharp 22-1 win. Horse Creek Academy's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Colt Watkins made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He struck out seven batters over three innings while giving up no earned run or hits (and only one walk). Watkins has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in seven consecutive pitching appearances. Watkins was also big at the plate, scoring four runs while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
In other batting news, Caden Downey was incredible, going 3-for-3 with two triples, five RBI, and a run. Jase Turner was another key contributor, scoring four runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-3.
On Wagener-Salley's side, they saw one different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Bobby Jackson, who went 1-for-1 with an RBI.
The victory got Horse Creek Academy back to even at 8-8. As for Wagener-Salley, their loss dropped their record down to 2-10.
Horse Creek Academy will head out on the road to face off against Eau Claire at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Wagener-Salley, they will be playing at home against Pelion at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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