Heritage scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Monday. They put the hurt on the Gatewood Gators with a sharp 24-5 victory. With that win, Heritage brought their scoring average up to 6.7 runs per game.
Cole Murphy made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he tossed five innings while giving up three earned (and two unearned) runs off six hits. Murphy has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in seven consecutive pitching appearances. Murphy was even better at the plate, going 2-for-4 with a home run and five RBI.
In other batting news, Griggs Smith was incredible, firing off three home runs, seven RBI, and four runs while going 5-for-5. The team also got some help courtesy of Landon Justice, who went 3-for-4 with two stolen bases, three runs, and four RBI.
On Gatewood's side, Hunter Johnson made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored a run and stole two bases while going 2-for-3. Lawson Moore was another key contributor, going 1-for-1 with a home run.
Even though they lost, Gatewood was hitting in the alleys and finished the game with three doubles. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Heritage didn't hit any.
Heritage's victory ended a five-game drought on the road and puts them at 17-11. As for Gatewood, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 12-7.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Heritage will take on Brookstone at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Gatewood, they will play host again on Tuesday to welcome Piedmont Academy, where first pitch is scheduled at 6:00 p.m. Gatewood's pitching crew has only allowed 3.8 runs per game this season, so Piedmont Academy's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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