In what's become a running theme this season, Escambia gave their fans yet another huge win on Friday. They blew past the Pine Forest Eagles 13-4. Winning may never get old, but Escambia sure is getting used to it with their sixth in a row.
Christian Stone was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he pitched 1.2 innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Stone has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive pitching appearances. Stone was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances.
In other batting news, Clayton Sanders and Anthony Hall did most of the damage at the plate: Sanders scored a run and stole two bases while going 3-for-4, while Hall scored three runs and stole a base while going 2-for-3. Hall is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now stolen at least one in the last three games he's played. Another player making a difference was Ryan Mcvay, who scored two runs and stole two bases while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances.
Escambia's victory was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 15-3. As for Pine Forest, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost five of their last six games, which put a noticeable dent in their 5-11 record this season.
Escambia will be playing at home against Pensacola Catholic at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Pensacola Catholic will roll in looking for their 13th straight win, something Escambia surely won't give up without a fight. As for Pine Forest, they will head out on the road to take on Northview at 6:30 p.m. on Monday. Pine Forest is facing Northview at the right time seeing as Northview is stuck on a four-game losing streak.
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