Clearwater typically has all the answers at home, but on Thursday Collegiate proved too difficult a challenge. They walked away with a 9-4 win over the Indians. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 12-0 on Thursday.
Carson Malaise
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Jacob Stehley and Carson Malaise made a splash no matter where they played. On the mound, Stehley struck out eight batters over four innings while giving up just two earned runs off four hits. Meanwhile, Malaise pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. What's more, he posted four strikeouts, the most he's had since back in April. At the plate, Stehley got on base in three of his five plate appearances with one home run, two runs, and one stolen base, while Malaise went 1-for-3 with two stolen bases and one run.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Maddox Drumright, who went 2-for-3 with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.
The victory made it two in a row for Collegiate and bumps their season record up to 16-6. The wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 10.5 runs over those games. As for Clearwater, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost six of their last eight games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 13-11 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Collegiate will head out to square off against Rose Hill at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Clearwater, they will venture away from home to face off against Haven on Monday.
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