Keyser came out on top against Lewis County on Thursday thanks in part to the team's impressive seven-run first inning. The Golden Tornado took their matchup against the Minutemen 8-5.
Lucas Williamson made a big impact no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out eight batters over 6.1 innings while giving up just two earned (and three unearned) runs off eight hits. Keyser is undefeated when Williamson posts eight or more strikeouts, but 4-18-1 otherwise. Williamson was also big at the plate, going 3-for-4 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run. That's the most hits he has posted since back in April.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Mikey Mongold, who went 3-for-4 with three stolen bases, one run, and one RBI. Those three stolen bases gave him a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Lucas Davy, who went 3-for-4 with two RBI, one run, and one double.
Keyser kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 14 hits. They are 2-1 when they post 11 or more hits.
Golden Tornado
| 05/15/25 @ Lewis County | 8-5 |
| 05/14/25 @ Robert C. Byrd | 3-8 |
| 05/08/25 vs Berkeley Springs | 5-0 |
| 05/07/25 @ East Hardy | 7-9 |
| 05/03/25 vs Preston | 3-3 |
Keyser's win ended an 11-game drought on the road and puts them at 7-18-1. As for Lewis County, their loss was their fourth straight at home, which dropped their record down to 4-19.
Coming up, Keyser will take on Robert C. Byrd at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Golden Tornado's pitchers better be ready for this one: the Eagles have averaged an impressive 7.6 runs per game this season. Lewis County does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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