After only two runs in their last match, Conotton Valley made sure to put some runs up on the board against Beallsville on Friday. The Rockets never let the Blue Devils get on the board and left with a 19-0 win. The high-scoring performance was a welcome turnaround for the Rockets' hitters, who had struggled in the games prior.
Dylan Higgenbotham
| 05/09/25 vs Beallsville | 5 |
| 04/21/25 vs Cameron | 1 |
| 04/18/25 vs Shadyside | 2 |
| 04/16/25 @ Buckeye Trail | 1 |
| 04/08/25 vs Southern | 5 |
Dylan Higgenbotham made a splash no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, keeping things locked down with no earned runs or hits over five innings pitched. What's more, he posted five strikeouts, the most he's had since back in April. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with two runs, two RBI, and one double. He is becoming a predictor of Conotton Valley's success: when he posts at least two runs the team is undefeated (and 7-8 when he doesn't).
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Kam Wright, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with three runs, one triple, and two RBI. That's the most runs he has posted since back in April. Logan Henry also deserves some recognition as he snagged his first stolen base of the season.
Conotton Valley always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .600. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Beallsville only posted an OBP of .062.
Conotton Valley's record is now 12-8. As for Beallsville, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost ten of their last 11 contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 2-15 record this season.
Conotton Valley will head out to face off against Strasburg-Franklin at 5:45 p.m. on Monday. As for Beallsville, they will host Belpre at 5:00 p.m. on Monday.
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