South Adams had lost ten games at home, but after bumping their record up to 3-15 on Wednesday that streak is in the rearview. They skirted past the Cowan Blackhawks 3-2. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Starfires have posted since May 4, 2024.
Kade Sprunger spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered only one earned (and one unearned) run on four hits. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in 11 consecutive appearances.
At the plate, South Adams' victory was truly a team effort as three different players contributed at least one hit. One of them was Kaleb Minger, who went 2-for-3 with one stolen base and one run. That's the most hits Minger has posted since back in April.
As for Cowan, their defeat was their third straight on the road, which dropped their record down to 8-8. That's two games in a row now that they have lost by just one run.
On Cowan's side, Jaydon Auker was cooking despite his team's loss, going 1-for-3 with two stolen bases and two runs.
Looking ahead, South Adams will venture away from home to face off against Adams Central at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Cowan, they will take on Delta in a tournament on Friday. The Eagles' pitching crew has only allowed 2.9 runs per game this season, so the Blackhawks' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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