While Providence put up some runs on Saturday, the same can't be said for Triton Central. The Pioneers put the hurt on the Tigers with a sharp 10-0 victory. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Pioneers.
Gavin Jackson made a splash while hitting and pitching. He didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only two hits over five innings pitched. Jackson was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-2.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Kalen Sipes, who scored three runs and stole two bases while going 2-for-2. Lucas Mauk was another key player, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in two of his three plate appearances.
Providence always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .630. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Triton Central only posted an OBP of .278.
Providence's win bumped their record up to 4-1. As for Triton Central, their defeat ended a six-game streak of away wins dating back to last season and brought them to 2-2.
Coming up, Providence is taking a road trip to take on Salem at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Triton Central, they will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against Speedway at 5:30 p.m.
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