It may have taken eight innings to finish the job, but Western Albemarle ultimately got the result they hoped for on Thursday. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Monticello Mustangs and snuck past 10-9. The win made it back-to-back victories for Western Albemarle.
Ryan Schenk looked comfortable as he tossed 3.1 innings while giving up just one earned run off one hit. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two hits in six consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Jack Connelly was incredible, going 2-for-5 with four RBI, a run, and a double. Julian Miles was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances.
Western Albemarle's win bumped their record up to 13-4. As for Monticello, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 10-9.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Western Albemarle will take on Woodberry Forest at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday. As for Monticello, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Orange County at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Monticello is facing Orange County at the right time seeing as Orange County is stuck on a three-game losing streak.
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