Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Swansboro). They were the clear victors by a 16-3 margin over the Richlands Wildcats on Tuesday. With that win, the Pirates brought their scoring average up to 6.2 runs per game.
Devon Marion made a splash no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and allowing only two hits over five innings pitched. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in four consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going 2-for-5 with two runs, one triple, and two RBI. Those two RBI gave him a new career-high.
In other batting news, Kevin Till was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing five bases while going 2-for-3. Those five stolen bases gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Landen Jenkins, who went 2-for-5 with three RBI.
Swansboro kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 13 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
Pirates
| 04/08/25 @ Richlands | 16-3 |
| 04/04/25 vs Croatan | 11-4 |
| 04/01/25 vs Dixon | 2-1 |
| 03/27/25 @ West Carteret | 2-1 |
| 03/25/25 @ White Oak | 10-7 |
| 03/21/25 vs Richlands | 9-0 |
The victory was the sixth in a row for Swansboro, bringing their record up to 8-4. Those wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 8.3 runs over those games. As for Richlands, they have been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 5-8 record this season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Swansboro will face off against Dixon at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Richlands, they will square off against Croatan at 6:45 p.m. on Thursday. The Wildcats are facing the Cougars at the right time seeing as the Cougars are stuck on a four-game losing streak.
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