South Adams had to endure a nine-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. Everything went their way against the Southern Wells Raiders on Thursday as they made off with a 12-6 victory. The Starfires not only won on Thursday, but they posted their biggest win since April 16th (when they won 13-3).
Kane Sturwold looked comfortable as he tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than one hit in three consecutive appearances.
Jax Wanner
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At the plate, South Adams got a massive performance out of Jax Wanner, who went 3-for-4 with two runs, two RBI, and one double. Those three hits gave Wanner a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Manuel Juarez, who got on base in three of his five plate appearances with two stolen bases, one run, and one RBI.
South Adams' win was their first in the conference, bumping their conference record up to 1-3 and their overall record up to 2-12. As for Southern Wells, they have been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 8-6 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. South Adams will welcome Churubusco at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday. The Starfires are on a seven-game streak of home losses, and the Eagles a five-game streak of away losses. However, someone's due for a change in luck. As for Southern Wells, they will be playing at home against Daleville at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. The Raiders' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Broncos have averaged an impressive 7.5 runs per game this season.
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