Eastern Randolph has not done well against Providence Grove recently (they were 2-7 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Tuesday. The Eastern Randolph Wildcats skirted past the Providence Grove Patriots 4-3. For Eastern Randolph, this counts as revenge for the 4-3 loss Providence Grove walked away with the last time they faced one another back in April of 2023.
Samuel Asbill made a big impact no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over 5.2 innings while giving up three earned runs off seven hits. Asbill has been consistent recently: he hasn't pitched less than five innings in eight consecutive pitching appearances. Asbill was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with two RBI and a double.
Asbill wasn't the only one making solid contact as five players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Lucas Smith, who went 1-for-3 with two RBI and a double.
Like Eastern Randolph, Providence Grove also got a great game from a two-way player: Andrew Thomas. On the mound, he struck out ten batters over six innings while giving up four earned runs off nine hits (and only one walk). Thomas was also big at the plate, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with two stolen bases, a double, and an RBI.
Eastern Randolph's win bumped their record up to 6-12. As for Providence Grove, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 7-10.
Eastern Randolph has the luxury of staying home for another game and will welcome Page at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The last three games Eastern Randolph has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one. As for Providence Grove, they will head out on the road to take on East Davidson at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. East Davidson will roll in looking for their tenth straight victory, something Providence Grove surely won't give up without a fight.
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