Andrew Mclarty was the best pitcher in 1A Area 13 this week, leading
Spring Garden. He won one game and struck out 12 batters.
First place in the league standings is up for grabs this week, as
Cedar Bluff sits just 1 game back of the Panthers.
Collinsville continues to keep batters at bay this week, surrendering only six hits in the past week, good for best in the league. For the entire year, the Panthers have given up only 49 base hits in 11 games.
Gaylesville stole 13 bases this week, adding to its league-leading 59 steals on the year.
Seven batters hit over .400 this week. Leading the pack was Coleman Murphy, who hit .667 by going 4-for-6.
The week's strikeout crown belonged to McLarty, who turned in 12 Ks for Spring Garden. With 29 strikeouts this year so far, he ranks fourth in the league.
McLarty led the Panthers to a win on March 21, as he notched 12 strikeouts to beat Collinsville, 7-1. Over his seven innings pitched he allowed one run on seven hits.
Story is based on stats entered in MaxPreps by Tuesday 5am PST each week.
