Seventy-First scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Friday. They put the hurt on the Douglas Byrd Eagles with a sharp 17-8 win. The victory was a breath of fresh air for Seventy-First as it put an end to their seven-game losing streak.
Jayden Simpson made a big impact no matter where he played. He tossed five innings while giving up three earned (and four unearned) runs off four hits. Simpson was even better at the plate, going 3-for-4 with two stolen bases, a triple, and two RBI.
In other batting news, Cory Bush was incredible, scoring two runs and stealing six bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. Issac Hill was another key contributor, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while going 1-for-4.
On Douglas Byrd's side, Miseal DeLa Cruz made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs and stole four bases while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances. The team also got some help courtesy of Samuel Henderson, who scored a run and stole two bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
Seventy-First's win ended a 17-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 4-17. As for Douglas Byrd, they dropped their record down to 0-21 with that loss, which was their 11th straight at home dating back to last season.
Seventy-First will head out on the road to square off against Purnell Swett at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. Purnell Swett will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something Seventy-First surely won't give up without a fight. As for Douglas Byrd, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Westover at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
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