In what's become a running theme this season, Garrett gave their fans yet another huge victory on Thursday. They blew past the Angola Hornets 10-4. That's more bragging rights for Garrett, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Luke Holcomb made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He struck out nine batters over seven innings while giving up four earned runs off five hits. Holcomb has been consistent recently: he hasn't tossed less than seven strikeouts in four consecutive pitching appearances. Holcomb was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Kashen Kelham, who went 1-for-3 with a home run, two runs, and two RBI. Lucas Collins was another key contributor, going 1-for-4 with a stolen base and two RBI.
On Angola's side, Kenny Konrad and Payton Fulton did some serious damage despite the final result: Konrad scored a run while going 2-for-4, while Fulton scored two runs while going 2-for-3.
Even though they lost, Angola was hitting in the alleys and finished the game with three doubles. That's the most doubles they've managed all season.
Garrett has been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 4-3 record this season. As for Angola, their loss was their sixth straight at home dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 2-7.
Garrett will take on East Noble at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. As for Angola, they will head out on the road to challenge Norwell at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. Norwell's pitching crew has only allowed 3.9 runs per game this season, so Angola's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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