Westfield Technical Academy had already won two in a row (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 12 runs) and they went ahead and made it three on Saturday. They were the clear victors by a 7-1 margin over the Southwick Regional Rams. For the Tigers, this counts as revenge for the 12-3 win the Rams walked away with the last time they faced one another back in April of 2018.
Lucas Cummings
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Lucas Cummings made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he pitched 2.1 innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Cummings was even better at the plate, going 2-for-3 with three stolen bases and two runs. Those three stolen bases gave him a new career-high.
In other pitching news, Antonio Simpson tossed a big game, tossing 4.2 innings while giving up just one earned run off four hits. He has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two walks in seven consecutive appearances.
Back at the plate, the team relied heavily on Josh Elmer, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now snagged at least one in each of the last three games he's played. Cam Witczak was another key player, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with two runs and one stolen base.
Westfield Technical Academy's record is now 9-2. As for Southwick Regional, they have been struggling recently as they've lost eight of their last nine matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 2-11 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Westfield Technical Academy will face off against Sabis International at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Southwick Regional, they will square off against Turners Falls at 4:00 p.m. on Monday.
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