After having lost a blowout in their previous game against Pulaski County, Graham was happy to have turned things around on Thursday. They came out on top against the Bluefield Beavers by a score of 16-0 (the very same score they lost by in their prior game). The high-scoring effort was just what the G-Men needed considering they were shut out in their previous matchup.
Cam McCroskey
| 03/26/26 @ Bluefield | 6 |
| 03/20/26 @ Narrows | 1 |
| 04/29/25 @ Virginia High | 1 |
| 04/22/25 @ Lebanon | 1 |
| 04/17/25 vs Richlands | 3 |
| + 2 more games |
Cam McCroskey and Tristan Shupe made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, McCroskey struck out six batters over two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (and only one walk). Meanwhile, Shupe tossed one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. That's the most strikeouts McCroskey has posted since back in March of 2025. At the plate, McCroskey went 2-for-3 with three runs, one triple, and one stolen base, while Shupe got on base in all three of his plate appearances with two runs.
In other batting news, Gabe Lilly was incredible, going a perfect 2-for-2 with one home run, three runs, and three RBI. Another player making a difference was Mason Caldwell, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with three runs and two RBI.
Graham's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-2. As for Bluefield, their defeat dropped their record down to 0-3.
Looking ahead, Graham will head out on the road to challenge Richlands at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. The contest will give the G-Men their first taste of in-conference action this season. As for Bluefield, they will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against James Monroe at 5:30 p.m.
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