Jackson Day hadn't done well against Piedmont Community Charter recently (they were 0-7 in their previous seven matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Monday. The Mariners had just enough and edged out the Patriots 7-6. This was a revenge game for the Mariners: when they faced off against the Patriots on March 4th, they had to take a 14-11 loss.
Luke Cline
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Luke Cline and Dillion Burch were major factors no matter where they played. On the mound, Cline didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only two hits over five innings pitched. Meanwhile, Burch pitched five innings while giving up three earned (and three unearned) runs off six hits. Cline also tossed no earned runs, which is notable because Jackson Day is 3-1 when he allows at most two earned runs, but 2-5 otherwise. At the plate, Cline got on base in four of his five plate appearances with three runs and one stolen base, while Burch went 3-for-5 with two RBI and one run. That's the most hits Burch has posted since back in February.
Jackson Day's victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 5-6. As for Piedmont Community Charter, they now also have a losing record of 5-6.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Jackson Day will face off against West Charlotte at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Piedmont Community Charter, they will challenge Bandys at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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