Vance Charter had to endure an eight-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They were the clear victor by a 9-2 margin over the Eno River Bobcats. Vance Charter's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Austin Dethmers was a major factor no matter where he played. He didn't allow a single earned run while striking out seven over five innings pitched. Dethmers was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 3-for-4.
In other batting news, Vance Charter let Thomas Tucker and Julius Burke loose on the outfield. Tucker scored a run while going 2-for-3, while Burke scored two runs and stole two bases while going 1-for-3. Burke has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times he's played. Another player making a difference was Shane Wilson, who scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-3.
Like Vance Charter, Eno River also got a great game from a two-way player: Cooper Philipps. On the mound, he struck out ten batters over 5.2 innings while giving up four earned (and one unearned) runs off three hits. Philipps was also solid in the batter's box, going 3-for-4 with a double.
Vance Charter's win ended a five-game drought on the road and puts them at 2-8. As for Eno River, their loss was their eighth straight at home dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 0-9.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Vance Charter is on the road again on Thursday to play Granville Central at 6:00 p.m. As for Eno River, they will face off against Vance Charter at 5:30 p.m. on Friday.
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