It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Shawe Memorial had no problem doing just that on Saturday. They were the clear victor by a 12-3 margin over the New Washington Mustangs. That result was just more of the same for these two, as Shawe Memorial also won the last time the pair played on May 9th.
Jacob Hertz and Philip Kahn made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, Hertz tossed 2.1 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, Kahn tossed 4.2 innings while giving up just one earned (and two unearned) runs off five hits. Hertz has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than one walk in three consecutive pitching appearances. At bat, Hertz went 2-for-5 with two runs, a triple, and two RBI, while Kahn scored three runs and stole three bases while going 3-for-5.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Tyler Hill, who scored two runs and stole three bases while going 2-for-4. Jacob Hart was another key contributor, getting on base in four of his five plate appearances with a stolen base.
Shawe Memorial's victory bumped their record up to 11-13. As for New Washington, they are on a nine-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 3-16.
Shawe Memorial will challenge Trinity Lutheran at 1:00 p.m. on Monday. Trinity Lutheran will roll in looking for their eighth straight win, something Shawe Memorial surely won't give up without a fight. New Washington does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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