Baldwin had lost eight straight at home dating back to last season, but on Tuesday they dropped down to 0-12 to make it nine. They came up short against the Richmond Academy Musketeers, falling 18-1. The Braves were not able to make up for their defeat to the Musketeers from their previous meeting back in March of 2025.
Baldwin saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Jamari Reaves, who went a perfect 1-for-1 with one stolen base and one run. That hit was Reaves' first of the season.
As for Richmond Academy, their record is now 6-7. Considering they have won four contests by more than 13 runs this season, Tuesday's blowout was nothing new.
On Richmond Academy's side, Connor Shouse made a big impact no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing three innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits. Shouse has become a key player for Richmond Academy: the team is 2-1 when he allows at most three earned runs, but 4-6 otherwise. Shouse was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in all three of his plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. That's the most runs he has posted since back in March of 2025.
In other batting news, Henry Oliver was a standout: he got on base in all four of his plate appearances with three runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. That's the most runs he has posted since back in April of 2025. Sam Dunaway was another key player, going a perfect 2-for-2 with two stolen bases, three runs, and two RBI.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Baldwin will face off against Treutlen at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Richmond Academy, they will square off against Burke County at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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