Gardiner's game on Tuesday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Wednesday. They blew past the Medomak Valley Panthers 12-1. That looming 12-1 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for Gardiner yet this season.
Teeghan Gilpatric was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He pitched six innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits. Gilpatric has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't pitched less than five innings in three consecutive pitching appearances. Gilpatric was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, Alex Roy was incredible, scoring a run and stealing three bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. Dillon Farnham was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-4.
On Medomak Valley's side, Josh Blake Jr made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored a run and stole a base while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances.
The victory got Gardiner back to even at 4-4. As for Medomak Valley, they are on a seven-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 3-8.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Gardiner will face off against Lawrence at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Medomak Valley, they will head out on the road to take on Lincoln Academy at 4:00 p.m. on Monday.
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