Ralston had to endure a five-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. They blew past the Twin River Titans 16-9. Ralston's offense finally found a way to get into gear: the high-octane performance was a 180-degree turn from their last three games.
Wyatt Gettman made a splash while hitting and pitching. He pitched four innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off four hits. Gettman was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-4.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Landon Buechler, who scored three runs and stole a base while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances. Jason Miner was another key contributor, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-3.
Like Ralston, Twin River also got a great game from a two-way player: Paydon Rinkol. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching four innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off three hits. Rinkol was even better at the plate, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-4.
In other batting news, Aden Feezell made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went 3-for-5 with two RBI.
Even though they lost, Twin River kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
Ralston's victory ended a five-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 1-4. As for Twin River, their defeat ended a six-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 1-3.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Ralston will face off against Auburn at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. Auburn is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 8 runs per game this season. As for Twin River, they will head out on the road to take on Louisville on Saturday.
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