Shawe Memorial's game last Saturday was a tough loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Monday. They were the clear victor by a 9-2 margin over the South Ripley Raiders. That seven run margin sets a new team best for Shawe Memorial this season.
Philip Kahn made a splash no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out ten batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned runs off five hits. Kahn was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing three bases while going 2-for-4. Kahn is crushing it when it comes to stolen bases: he's stolen at least one every time he's taken the field this season.
In other batting news, Tyler Hill was a standout: he scored two runs and stole five bases while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now stolen two or more in the last three games he's played. Another player making a difference was Jacob Hertz, who scored a run and stole two bases while going 3-for-5.
The win got Shawe Memorial back to even at 4-4. As for South Ripley, they now have a losing record at 4-5.
Shawe Memorial will be playing in front of their home fans against Milan at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Milan is coming into the contest with five straight losses on the road, meaning Shawe Memorial will have to defend against a squad hungry for a victory. As for South Ripley, they will face off against Greensburg at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Greensburg's pitching crew has only allowed 3.3 runs per game this season, so South Ripley's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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