Baseball Preview: Eau Claire Shamrocks vs. Horse Creek Academy Stallions
After five games on the road, Eau Claire is heading back home. They will take on the Horse Creek Academy Stallions at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Eau Claire hasn't scored more than one runs for four games straight, a trend the squad is eager to reverse.
On Tuesday, Eau Claire fell victim to a tough 16-1 loss at the hands of Fairfield Central.
Meanwhile, Horse Creek Academy scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Monday. They were the clear victor by a 22-1 margin over Wagener-Salley. Horse Creek Academy might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team's won six matches by nine runs or more this season.
Colt Watkins made a splash no matter where he played. On the mound, he struck out seven batters over three innings while giving up no earned run or hits (and only one walk). Watkins has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in eight 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, the team relied heavily on Caden Downey, who went 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.
Eau Claire's defeat dropped their record down to 5-10. As for Horse Creek Academy, their victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 7-8.
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