It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Rockwood had no problem doing just that on Tuesday. They blew past the Shanksville Stonycreek Vikings 10-3. The win made it back-to-back victories for Rockwood.
Hunter Whipkey was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He tossed 3.1 innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Whipkey has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive pitching appearances. Whipkey was also stellar in the batter's box, going 3-for-4 with a home run, three RBI, and two runs.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Nathan Show, who scored a run and stole three bases while going 2-for-3. Another player making a difference was Max Trimpey, who scored a run while going 2-for-3.
On Shanksville Stonycreek's side, Braxton Faidley made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-3 with a stolen base and an RBI.
Rockwood's win bumped their record up to 8-12. As for Shanksville Stonycreek, their loss was their third straight on the road, which dropped their record down to 7-14.
Rockwood will challenge Conemaugh Township at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Conemaugh Township is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 8.4 runs per game this season. Shanksville Stonycreek does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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