Parkers Chapel dropped their record down to 14-2 on Tuesday, which also ended the team's six-game streak of wins on the road. They lost 8-0 to the Woodlawn Bears. The game marked the first time this season in which the Trojans were not able to get on the board.
As for Woodlawn, they pushed their record up to 24-5 with the win, which was their 26th straight at home dating back to last season. Those home victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 10.7 runs over those games.
For Woodlawn's part, Peyton Wells was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. What's more, Wells posted five strikeouts, the most he's had since back in March. He was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with two runs, one triple, and one double.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Garrett Weatherford, who went 1-for-2 with one stolen base, one run, and one double. He has been hot, having posted at least one stolen base the last five times he's played. Parker Arnold was another key player, getting on base in all three of his plate appearances with one RBI.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Parkers Chapel will head out to square off against Camden Fairview at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Trojans are facing the Cardinals at the right time seeing as the Cardinals are stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for Woodlawn, they will head out on the road to face off against Mayflower at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Eagles have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 8.2 runs per game on average), something the Bears will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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