Hardin Valley Academy came tearing into Monday's game with five straight wins (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 4.4 runs) and they left with even more momentum. They walked away with a 4-1 win over the West Rebels. That result was just more of the same for these two, as Hardin Valley Academy also won the last time the pair played back in March of 2023.
Jacob Dillon spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered only one earned run on three hits and racked up six Ks.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Colton Denton, who went 1-for-2 with a home run and two RBI. Jaxon Jones was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
On West's side, they also let their pitcher toss all seven innings and he was also dialed-in: Andrew Lawlor gave up three earned (and one unearned) runs on seven hits. Lawlor has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, West saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Isaac Hunter, who scored a run while going 1-for-2.
Hardin Valley Academy's victory bumped their record up to 8-1. As for West, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 3-9.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Hardin Valley Academy will take on Bearden at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Hardin Valley Academy's pitching crew has only allowed 3.6 runs per game this season, so Bearden's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for West, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Maryville at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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