After having lost a blowout in their previous game against Stuart W. Cramer, Ashbrook was happy to have turned things around on Tuesday. They narrowly escaped with a victory as the squad sidled past the Forestview Jaguars 12-10. The high-scoring effort was just what Ashbrook needed considering they were shutout in their previous matchup.
Brayden Auten made a big impact no matter where he played. On the mound, he struck out nine batters over 5.1 innings while giving up just one earned (and four unearned) runs off eight hits (and only one walk). Auten has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive pitching appearances. Auten was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Johann Antonio, who scored two runs and stole three bases while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances. Kenneth Bird was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 3-for-5.
On Forestview's side, they got a good showing from Isaac Aycock, who pitched two innings while giving up no earned run off one hit.
At the plate, James Bolinsky made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored three runs and stole two bases while going 3-for-5.
Even though they lost, Forestview was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .378. That's the best batting average they've managed all season.
Ashbrook's win ended a six-game drought on the road and puts them at 4-10. As for Forestview, they dropped their record down to 1-13 with that loss, which was their ninth straight at home dating back to last season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Ashbrook will take on Forestview at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Forestview, they will look to defend their home field on Wednesday against Palisades at 6:00 p.m. The last three games Forestview has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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