Owen's game last Wednesday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Tuesday. They blew past the Avery County Vikings 20-9. The Warhorses' hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Jackson Warnock
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The team relied heavily on Jackson Warnock, who got on base in five of his six plate appearances with one home run, four runs, and four RBI. The dominant performance also gave him a new career-high in doubles (two). Gavin Puckett was another key player, going 3-for-5 with five RBI, three runs, and one double.
Owen always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .604. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
Owen's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-9. As for Avery County, they dropped their record down to 0-7 with the defeat, which was their tenth straight at home dating back to last season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Owen will venture away from home to take on McDowell at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Owen's pitchers better be ready for this one: McDowell has averaged an impressive 7.9 runs per game this season. As for Avery County, they will head out to face off against Elkin at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Avery County is facing Elkin at the right time seeing as Elkin is stuck on a six-game losing streak.
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