The Augusta Southeastern Suns will head out to square off against the Pittsfield Saukees at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
Augusta Southeastern is leaving town to face Pittsfield after disappointing their home crowd in their season opener. Augusta Southeastern came up short against Camp Point Central on Monday, falling 12-1. Sadly, the defeat continues a streak the team started last season, making it four in a row.
Meanwhile, Pittsfield got the win against Quincy on Monday by a conclusive 14-4.
Emma Wombles made a splash while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over five innings while giving up three earned (and one unearned) runs off six hits. Wombles was also big at the plate, going 1-for-3 with one home run and four RBI. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in April of 2024.
In other batting news, Taylor Peebles was incredible, going 3-for-4 with one home run, two stolen bases, and three RBI. Another player making a difference was Torie Stambaugh, who scored three runs while going 2-for-3.
Pittsfield always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .576. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Quincy only posted an OBP of .417.
Augusta Southeastern was able to grind out a solid win over Pittsfield in their previous meeting back in March of 2024, winning 8-5. The rematch might be a little tougher for Augusta Southeastern since the team won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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