Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Garfield Heights). They put the hurt on the Richmond Heights Spartans with a sharp 18-4 victory on Friday. This was payback for the Bulldogs, who suffered a 15-10 loss the last time these two teams met.
TERRENCE JACKSON was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out eight batters over five innings while giving up just one earned (and two unearned) runs off two hits. JACKSON was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with four stolen bases, two runs, and two RBI.
IAN CASE
| 04/17/26 @ Richmond Heights | 4 |
| 04/13/26 vs Maple Heights | 2 |
| 04/23/25 @ Richmond Heights | 2 |
| 04/21/25 vs Warrensville Heights | 2 |
| 04/28/25 vs Maple Heights | 1 |
In other batting news, IAN CASE was incredible, going 4-for-5 with nine stolen bases, five RBI, and three runs. Those four hits gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was CHASE ANITON, who got on base in three of his seven plate appearances with five stolen bases, two runs, and two RBI.
Garfield Heights kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 13 hits. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Richmond Heights only managed three.
Garfield Heights' first win this season bumped their record up to 1-3. As for Richmond Heights, they are on a six-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-3.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Garfield Heights will face off against John Hay at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. The Hornets have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 9.13 runs per game on average), something the Bulldogs will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Richmond Heights, they will take on Lawrence Upper at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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