Wesley Chapel won the last time they faced Mitchell, and things went their way on Tuesday too. The Wesley Chapel Wildcats came out on top in a nail-biter against the Mitchell Mustangs and snuck past 8-6.
Zorre Wright looked comfortable as he pitched an inning while giving up no earned runs off one hit. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Sean Roche, who got on base in three of his four plate appearances with a home run and four RBI. Another player making a difference was Nolan Hartley, who scored a run while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
On Mitchell's side, they got a good showing from Micah Mark, who tossed 2.1 innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit.
At the plate, Drew Weinberg was cooking despite his team's loss, getting on base in three of his five plate appearances with a home run and two runs. Matthew Logan was another key contributor, going 2-for-4 with three RBI and a double.
Even though they lost, Mitchell kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
Wesley Chapel's victory bumped their record up to 12-7. As for Mitchell, their loss dropped their record down to 6-12.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Wesley Chapel will take on Brooks DeBartolo Collegiate at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Wesley Chapel's pitching crew has only allowed 3.3 runs per game this season, so Brooks DeBartolo Collegiate's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Mitchell, their homestand will continue as they prepare to take on River Ridge at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. The last six games Mitchell has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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