Buckley came into Thursday's contest having lost four straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They came out on top against the Coast Union Broncos by a score of 9-6 on Thursday. Buckley's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Tyler Shuter was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he kept things locked down with no earned run or hits while striking out 12 over five innings pitched. Shuter has been consistent recently: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in four consecutive pitching appearances. Shuter was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 3-for-4.
Shuter wasn't the only one making solid contact as five players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Adam Rubin, who scored three runs and stole two bases while going 3-for-5. London Buford was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing two bases.
Buckley's victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 2-6. As for Coast Union, they have not been sharp recently as the team has lost three of their last four games, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-6 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Buckley will take on Oakwood at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Oakwood is coming into the matchup with four straight wins on the road, so Buckley will have to stop a team with plenty of momentum. As for Coast Union, they will be playing at home against Tranquillity at 3:30 p.m. on Friday. Tranquillity's hitters has struggled lately (they haven't scored a run in three consecutive games), something the team is no doubt ready to change.
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