Sherrard stacked a sixth blowout win onto their ever-increasing hoard on Tuesday. Everything went their way against the Morrison Mustangs as the Sherrard Tigers made off with a 17-7 win. Sherrard's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Zach Knox looked comfortable as he tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (he also only allowed one walk). He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Cooper Thomas was incredible, going 2-for-3 with two triples, four RBI, and two runs. Holland Anderson was another key contributor, scoring three runs and stealing a base while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances.
On Morrison's side, Carson Strating was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-3.
The victory was the eighth in a row for Sherrard, bringing their record for this year to 9-1. Those good results were due in large part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 10.6 runs per game. As for Morrison, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-5.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Sherrard will take on Orion at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Sherrard will be looking to keep their seven-game home win streak dating back to last season alive. Morrison will take on Wethersfield/Annawan at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Wethersfield/Annawan will roll in looking for their sixth straight win, something Morrison surely won't give up without a fight.
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