Edgewood scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Tuesday. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Jefferson Area Falcons and snuck past 15-13. The high-flying hitting performance was a huge turnaround for Edgewood considering their two-run performance the game before.
Tony Hall was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-5. The team also got some help courtesy of Alex Spurduto, who got on base in three of his five plate appearances with a stolen base, two RBI, and a double.
On Jefferson Area's side, Tate Hudson was huge while hitting and pitching even without the win. On the mound, he tossed an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Hudson has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than one hit in three consecutive pitching appearances. Hudson was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run while going 2-for-5.
In other batting news, Michael Riffle made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored three runs while going 4-for-4. Giovanni Matticola was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 1-for-4.
Edgewood's victory bumped their record up to 8-11. As for Jefferson Area, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost six of their last seven contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 6-11-1 record this season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Edgewood will face off against Perry at 7:15 p.m. on Thursday. Perry's pitching crew has only allowed 3.2 runs per game this season, so Edgewood's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Jefferson Area, they will head out on the road to take on Berkshire at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Berkshire is coming into the match with three straight defeats at home, meaning Jefferson Area will have to defend against a team hungry for a win.
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