Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Clay). They put the hurt on the Bishop Kenny Crusaders with a sharp 14-2 win on Wednesday. The Blue Devils might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won six games by six runs or more this season.
Levi Chmura made a big impact no matter where he played. On the mound, he didn't allow a single earned run while striking out seven over four innings pitched. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in four consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going a perfect 2-for-2 with one home run, three RBI, and one double.
In other batting news, Merrick Rapoza was incredible, going a perfect 3-for-3 with one home run, five RBI, and two runs. That's the most hits he has posted since back in May of 2024. Cole Carnell was another key player, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-3.
Clay always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .667. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
Blue Devils
| 03/05/25 vs Bishop Kenny | 14-2 |
| 03/04/25 vs Episcopal School of Jacksonville | 3-0 |
| 03/01/25 vs Mary Persons | 5-1 |
| 02/28/25 @ South Paulding | 10-2 |
| 02/25/25 vs Nease | 11-0 |
| 02/21/25 vs Baker County | 8-1 |
The victory was the sixth in a row for Clay, bringing their record for this year to 9-2. The wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 1.0 run on average over those games. As for Bishop Kenny, their loss dropped their record down to 1-8.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Clay will welcome St. Johns Country Day at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Bishop Kenny, they will host North Marion at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
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