There's no place like home for Clear Creek, who bounced back after a loss on the road on Thursday. They walked away with a 12-7 win over the Ellicott Thunderhawks on Saturday. This was payback for the Golddiggers, who suffered a 16-1 defeat the last time these two teams met.
Zephyr Schuessler was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he tossed five innings while giving up just two earned runs off five hits. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than one walk in four consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run.
Blake Weichel
| 03/13/25 @ Bruce Randolph | 4 |
| 05/03/25 vs Ellicott | 2 |
| 04/26/25 @ Arrupe Jesuit | 2 |
| 04/14/25 @ Denver Academy | 1 |
| 04/11/25 vs South Park | 1 |
| + 2 more games |
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Blake Weichel, who went 2-for-4 with two runs, one triple, and two RBI. He is becoming a predictor of Clear Creek's success: when he posts at least two runs the team is undefeated (and 3-7 when he doesn't). Another player making a difference was Caden McKown, who went 2-for-4 with three RBI and two runs.
Clear Creek kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. They are a perfect 6-0 when they post 11 or more hits.
Clear Creek's victory bumped their record up to 6-7. As for Ellicott, their loss dropped their record down to 4-13-1.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Clear Creek will host Platte Canyon at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. The Golddiggers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Huskies have averaged an impressive 8 runs per game this season. As for Ellicott, they will be playing at home against Colorado Springs Christian on Monday. The Lions will roll in looking for their fifth straight win, something the Thunderhawks surely won't give up without a fight.
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