Horse Creek Academy can now show off nine landslide victories after their most recent match on Monday. They blew past the Calhoun County Saints 16-2. The victory was familiar territory for Horse Creek Academy who now have five in a row.
Colt Watkins made a big impact no matter where he played. On the mound, he struck out 11 batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off seven hits (and only one walk). Watkins has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in four consecutive pitching appearances. Watkins was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in four of his five plate appearances with an RBI.
In other batting news, Cayden Day was a standout: he got on base in five of his six plate appearances with four RBI and two runs. Another player making a difference was Landen Kirkbride, who scored three runs while going 4-for-6.
On Calhoun County's side, Cullen Sightler made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored a run while going 4-for-4.
Horse Creek Academy has been performing well recently as they've won six of their last eight matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 11-8 record this season. As for Calhoun County, their loss dropped their record down to 5-2.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Horse Creek Academy will be staying on the road on Tuesday to face off against Ridge Spring-Monetta at 6:00 p.m. Horse Creek Academy is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 9.6 runs per game this season. As for Calhoun County, they will head out on the road to face off against Cross at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The last three games Cross has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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