After low-scoring totals in their previous three contests, Bedford brought some dynamite into their most recent match. They were the clear victor by an 11-5 margin over the Westmont Hilltop Hilltoppers on Wednesday. Considering Bedford has won four contests by more than five runs this season, Wednesday's blowout was nothing new.
Gaston Watkins made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing five innings while giving up just two earned runs off two hits. Watkins was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in three of his five plate appearances.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Joey Huxta, who scored two runs while going 1-for-3. Another player making a difference was Quincy Swaim, who scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in two of his four plate appearances.
On Westmont Hilltop's side, Brady Manges was a force to be reckoned with on the mound despite the final result: he tossed 4.2 innings while giving up just one earned (and two unearned) runs off six hits.
At the plate, Sully Weir made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. The team also got some help courtesy of Natallo Rocco, who scored a run and stole a base while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
The win got Bedford back to even at 6-6. As for Westmont Hilltop, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost seven of their last eight matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-8 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Bedford will take on Greater Latrobe at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. The timing isn't great for Bedford: they have been struggling with three straight losses at home, while Greater Latrobe has snatched up four consecutive wins on the road. Westmont Hilltop will take on Bellwood-Antis at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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