Frankfort won against Hampshire on Tuesday with 12 runs and they decided to stick to that run total again on Wednesday. The Falcons were the clear victors by a 12-1 margin over the East Hardy Cougars. The Falcons haven't had any issues with the Cougars recently, as the game was their fifth consecutive win against them.
Lane Lease made a splash no matter where he played. On the mound, he pitched three innings while giving up just one earned run off one hit. He has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two hits in five consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in two of his three plate appearances with two runs.
In other pitching news, Jesus Perdew looked comfortable as he tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. What's more, he posted two strikeouts, the most he's had since back in April of 2024.
Back at the plate, Blake Jacobs was incredible, going 2-for-3 with three RBI, two runs, and one stolen base. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now snagged at least one in each of the last three games he's played. Another player making a difference was Jaxon Hare, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with two RBI, one run, and one double.
Frankfort hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. The team has now struck out at least five batters in eight consecutive matchups.
Falcons
| 04/30/25 vs East Hardy | 12-1 |
| 04/28/25 vs Allegany | 5-3 |
| 04/23/25 vs South Harrison | 8-7 |
| 04/16/25 vs Berkeley Springs | 24-8 |
| 04/11/25 vs Moorefield | 15-0 |
| + 15 more games |
Frankfort pushed their record up to 16-6 with the victory, which was their 20th straight at home dating back to last season. Those home wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 10.2 runs over those games. As for East Hardy, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 5-13.
Looking ahead, Frankfort will be playing in front of their home fans against Bridgeport at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for East Hardy, they will head out on the road to challenge Northern Garrett at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
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