Scott County Central had lost six straight at home, but on Wednesday they dropped their record down to 3-15 to make it seven. They lost 17-0 to the Charleston Bluejays. If the Braves were looking for revenge after losing 21-1 to the Bluejays when the teams met back in May of 2017, then they'll just have to keep looking.
As for Charleston, with the win, they broke their five-game losing streak and moved their record to 3-14. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Charleston's part, Stewart Coon was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and allowing only one hit while striking out 12 over five innings pitched. Coon also tossed no earned runs, which is notable because Charleston is 2-1 when he allows at most two earned runs, but 1-13 otherwise. Coon was also big at the plate, getting on base in all five of his plate appearances with four runs, one stolen base, and one double. Those four runs gave him a new career-high.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Chase Kearbey, who went 3-for-4 with two stolen bases, five RBI, and two runs. Charleston is 2-1 when Kearbey posts two or more runs, but 1-13 otherwise. Kaden Branam also deserves some recognition as he scored his first run of the season.
Coming up, Scott County Central will be playing in front of their home fans against Kelly at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Charleston, they will venture away from home to take on Delta at 1:00 p.m. on Friday.
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