League recap: Mt. Vernon lifted by Thomas's performance at the plate

By Staff Report May 7, 2012, 12:00am

South Seven league recap: 5/7/12

Landon Thomas was on fire this week, as he led South Seven with a .308 average with two RBIs. Mt. Vernon compiled a record of 2-2 in that time.

Behind a 2-0 record over the past week, Marion made the biggest jump in the national rankings, all the way from 263 to 246.

The Rams's pitching staff dominated this week, allowing only 36 hits and seven walks, both of which led the league. On the season, Mt. Vernon has allowed just 192 hits, while striking out 171 batters. Jared Anthis leads Mt. Vernon with 53 strikeouts in 53 innings.