Calhoun Academy scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Friday. They put the hurt on the Newark Reds with a sharp 18-1 win. Calhoun Academy might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team's won six matchups by eight runs or more this season.
Landon Barnes made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (he also only allowed one walk). Barnes has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive pitching appearances. Barnes was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring three runs and stealing a base while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances.
In other batting news, Colt Layton was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. Sage Davis was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 1-for-2.
On Newark's side, they saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Xavier Smith, who scored a run while going 1-for-2.
Calhoun Academy's victory bumped their record up to 11-4. As for Newark, they are on a five-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-3.
Calhoun Academy will be playing in front of their home fans against Jefferson Davis Academy at 6:30 p.m. on Monday. Calhoun Academy's pitching crew has only allowed 2.5 runs per game this season, so Jefferson Davis Academy's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Newark, they will be staying on the road on Wednesday to face off against Palmyra-Macedon at 5:00 p.m.
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