Barnwell has relied on a stalwart pitchers averaging 3.91 runs allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Wednesday. They fell just short of the South Aiken Thoroughbreds by a score of 13-12. The Warhorses just can't catch a break and have now endured three losses in a row.
Cameron Austin
| 04/30/25 vs South Aiken | 2 |
| 04/28/25 @ South Aiken | 1 |
| 04/23/25 vs Batesburg-Leesville | 3 |
| 04/22/25 @ Bamberg-Ehrhardt | 2 |
| 04/16/25 vs Saluda | 1 |
Cameron Austin was huge no matter where he played even without the win. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over five innings while giving up three earned runs off three hits. That's the fewest hits he has allowed since April 1st. He was also stellar in the batter's box, firing off two home runs, five runs, and two stolen bases while going 4-for-4. He has been hot, having posted at least one stolen base the last five times he's played.
In other batting news, Vinny Gibson made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-3 with two runs and one stolen base. Another player making a difference was Hayden Pierce, who went 2-for-4 with one run and one RBI.
Barnwell's defeat dropped their record down to 15-8. As for South Aiken, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won eight of their last nine contests. That's provided a massive bump to their 12-13 record this season.
Barnwell will host Woodland at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. South Aiken does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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