West Forsyth scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Friday. They were the clear victor by a 13-3 margin over the Cambridge Bears. West Forsyth's victory was all the more impressive since Cambridge was averaging only 3.96 runs allowed on the season.
Alexander Palma looked comfortable as he pitched an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits (he also didn't allow any walks). He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two hits in seven consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, West Forsyth let Blake Pearson and Nick Morgan loose on the outfield. Pearson went 4-for-4 with a home run and three runs, while Morgan went 4-for-5 with three doubles, four RBI, and a run. Riley Poppe was another key contributor, scoring three runs while going 2-for-4.
West Forsyth's win was their eighth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 13-8. Those good results were due in large part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 6.1 runs per game. As for Cambridge, their defeat ended a three-game streak of away wins and brought them to 15-8.
West Forsyth will look to defend their home field on Monday against Forsyth Central at 6:15 p.m. As for Cambridge, they will head out on the road to challenge Lakeside at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday. Lakeside will roll in looking for their fifth straight victory, something Cambridge surely won't give up without a fight.
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