Sweet Home scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Friday. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 9-8 win over the Starpoint Spartans. That result was just more of the same for these two, as Sweet Home also won the last time the pair played back in May of 2022.
Rocco Panepinto made a big impact no matter where he played. On the mound, he pitched five innings while giving up three earned runs off six hits. Panepinto was even better at the plate, going 4-for-6 with three RBI, two runs, and a triple.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Tommy Cauana, who scored a run while going 2-for-6.
On Starpoint's side, Ethan Ernst made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-4 with three RBI and a double. Zach Genkinger was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-4.
Sweet Home's victory was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 3-5-1. As for Starpoint, they have been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-4 record this season.
Sweet Home will be playing in front of their home fans against Nichols at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday. Nichols is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 8 runs per game this season. As for Starpoint, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Sweet Home at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. The last four games Starpoint has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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