Keystone Heights unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They fell just short of the Clay Blue Devils by a score of 8-6 on Tuesday. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Indians of the 6-1 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2024.
Guage Barry put in work while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he tossed 2.2 innings while giving up no earned runs off four hits. Barry was also big at the plate, scoring two runs while going 2-for-4.
In other batting news, Andrew Wilson was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring a run while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Keystone Heights will take on St. Joseph Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Clay, they will look to take advantage of their home field for the first time this season as they take on Orange Park at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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