After having lost a blowout in their previous game against Chatham, Duanesburg was happy to have turned things around on Saturday. They never let the Waterford-Halfmoon Fordians onto the board and left with a 13-0 win. Duanesburg's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Cj Palluti made a splash while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and only two hits while striking out 12 over six innings pitched. Palluti was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs while going 2-for-5.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Dan Menzies, who went 3-for-4 with a home run, six RBI, and two runs. Ayden Fall was another key contributor, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances.
Duanesburg's victory bumped their record up to 2-3. As for Waterford-Halfmoon, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-3.
Duanesburg will be playing in front of their home fans against Mekeel Christian Academy at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Waterford-Halfmoon, they will head out on the road to take on Tamarac at 4:30 p.m. in Monday's first game.
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