After having lost a blowout in their previous game against Grayson County, Eastern Montgomery was happy to have turned things around on Tuesday. They had just enough and edged out the Roanoke Catholic Celtics 14-12. The Mustangs haven't had any issues with the Celtics recently, as the game was their sixth consecutive win against them.
Mason Phoenix made a splash while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching three innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off two hits. Phoenix was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with two stolen bases, three runs, and one RBI. That's the most runs he has posted since back in April of 2025.
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In other batting news, Logan Owen was a standout: he went 2-for-5 with three runs, one stolen base, and one RBI. He has become a key player for Eastern Montgomery: the team is undefeated when he posts at least two runs, but 3-6 otherwise. Owen Keith also deserves some recognition as he hit his first double of the season.
Eastern Montgomery kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. They are a perfect 4-0 when they post 11 or more hits.
The victory got Eastern Montgomery back to even at 6-6. As for Roanoke Catholic, they have been struggling recently as they've lost six of their last seven contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-7 record this season.
Eastern Montgomery will challenge Parry McCluer at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Roanoke Catholic, they will take on North Cross at 5:00 p.m. on Friday.
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