
Warriors
02/22/25 vs Alcovy | 15 |
02/22/25 vs Alcovy | 13 |
03/18/25 vs North Oconee | 12 |
02/13/25 @ East Hall | 11 |
03/14/25 vs Eastside | 10 |
Walnut Grove was handed a heart-breaking two-run defeat in their last match, but they sure didn't let that happen against Apalachee on Wednesday. The Warriors blew past the Wildcats 8-0. Considering the Warriors have won nine contests by more than five runs this season, Wednesday's blowout was nothing new.
Gary Staffins made a splash while hitting and pitching. He pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. He has been consistent : he hasn't given up more than two hits in eight consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-3. That's the most hits he has posted since back in February.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Cade Trinkle, who scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-2. What's more, he posted two RBI, the most he's had since back in March. Another player making a difference was Branson Blalock, who scored a run and stole a base while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances.
Walnut Grove's record now sits at 16-9. As for Apalachee, their loss was their fourth straight on the road, which dropped their record down to 7-15.
The teams didn't have to wait long for a rematch: Walnut Grove beat the Wildcats by a score of 10-0 later that day.
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