There's no place like home for Marlington, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Wednesday. Their pitchers stepped up to hand the United Golden Eagles a 6-0 shutout on Friday. That six run margin sets a new team best for the Dukes this season.
Marlington's win was truly a team effort as seven different players contributed at least one hit. One of them was Sam Yoder, who scored a run and stole two bases while going 2-for-3. That's the most hits Yoder has posted since back in April of 2024. Tatem Hoffman also deserves some recognition as he hit his first double of the season.
Marlington hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as United struck out nine times.
The victory got Marlington back to even at 3-3. As for United, their defeat dropped their record down to 5-4.
Coming up, Marlington will take on Lake at 5:00 p.m. on Saturday. The two teams have allowed few runs on average (the Dukes 3, the Blue Streaks 3.2) so any runs scored will be well earned. As for United, they will welcome Heartland Christian at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday.
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