Western Hills typically has all the answers at home, but on Tuesday Great Crossing proved too difficult a challenge. They were the clear victors by a 13-2 margin over the Wolverines. The victory continues a trend for Great Crossing in their matchups with Western Hills: they've now won five in a row.
Nate Adkins
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Nate Adkins was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over six innings while giving up just two earned runs off five hits (and only one walk). He has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances. He was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in all five of his plate appearances with two RBI and one run. The dominant performance also gave him a new career-high in hits (three).
In other batting news, Landen Walters was a standout: he went 2-for-4 with two stolen bases, three runs, and two RBI. Dustin Hoffman also deserves some recognition as he launched his first home run of the season.
Great Crossing always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .513. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Western Hills only posted an OBP of .250.
Great Crossing's record is now 9-2. As for Western Hills, their loss ended an 11-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 14-4.
Great Crossing will have a chance to go back-to-back against Western Hills: the pair's next game is a rematch scheduled at 5:45 p.m. on Wednesday.
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