Sparta scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Wednesday. They blew past the Elverado Falcons 22-2. Winning may never get old, but Sparta sure is getting used to it with their fourth in a row.
Zach Bodeker was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over four innings while giving up just two earned runs off two hits (and only one walk). Bodeker was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-4. He has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times he's played.
In other batting news, Sparta got a massive performance out of James Pillers, who scored three runs and stole two bases while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Mason Ethington, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 3-for-3.
Sparta's victory bumped their record up to 4-1. As for Elverado, they are on a four-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-3.
Sparta will head out on the road to square off against Dupo at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Sparta's pitching crew has only allowed 2.8 runs per game this season, so Dupo's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Elverado, they will be playing at home against Trico at 4:30 p.m. on Monday.
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