Wake County HomeSchool's hitters rose to the challenge against a Eagles pitching crew that boasted an average of only four points allowed on Saturday. The Wake County HomeSchool Warriors never let the Rocky Mount Academy Eagles onto the board and left with a 10-0 win. That looming 10-0 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for Wake County HomeSchool yet this season.
Charleston Sauls and Gabriel Ferrell were a major factor no matter where they played. On the mound, Sauls didn't allow a single earned run and only one hit while striking out eight over four innings pitched. Meanwhile, Ferrell tossed an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits (he also didn't allow any walks). Sauls has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. At bat, Sauls went 3-for-5 with two doubles and an RBI, while Ferrell went 3-for-5 with a home run, three RBI, and two runs.
In other batting news, Carter Adams was excellent, scoring a run and stealing two bases while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Tommy Williams, who scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in two of his four plate appearances.
Wake County HomeSchool is on a roll lately: they've won six of their last seven matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 7-3 record this season. As for Rocky Mount Academy, their loss was their first of the season and makes their record 4-1.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Wake County HomeSchool will take on Forsyth Home Educators at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday. Wake County HomeSchool is looking to tack on another W to their three-game streak on the road. As for Rocky Mount Academy, they will face off against Fike at 1:00 p.m. on Monday. Rocky Mount Academy's pitching crew has only allowed four runs per game this season, so Fike's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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