Garrett Blackburn was the best pitcher in 2A East Central this week, leading
South Lenoir. He picked up one win and 15 strikeouts.
First place in the league belongs to
Topsail, which has compiled a 20-5 overall record to go with its 11-3 league record. The Blue Devils are zero games back and in second place with an 11-3 league record.
The Pirates boasted the best pitching over the past week, holding opponents to the league's fewest hits and issuing the fewest walks. Topsail has given up a mere 122 hits on the year, while striking out 159 opposing hitters.
Palmer Rice is the leader in that category with 53 Ks on the season.
