Mount Union can now show off seven landslide victories after their most recent game on Thursday. Their pitcher stepped up to hand the Curwensville Golden Tide an 18-0 shutout. Mount Union's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Cody McClain made a big impact no matter where he played. On the mound, he pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. McClain has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two hits in three consecutive pitching appearances. McClain was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Bryce Danish, who went 3-for-3 with a home run, six RBI, and three runs. Cainen Atherton was another key contributor, scoring three runs while going 3-for-3.
Mount Union has been performing incredibly well recently as they've won six of their last seven matches, which provided a nice bump to their 10-3 record this season. As for Curwensville, they dropped their record down to 4-8 with that loss, which was their third straight at home.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Mount Union will take on Mifflin County at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. Mount Union's pitching crew has only allowed 3.3 runs per game this season, so Mifflin County's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Curwensville, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Harmony Area at 4:30 p.m. Curwensville is facing Harmony Area at the right time seeing as Harmony Area is stuck on a three-game losing streak.
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