Richland Northeast's game on Wednesday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Thursday. They never let the Columbia Capitals get on the board and left with a 17-0 win. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 20-3 on Tuesday.
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Chris Neal was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, keeping things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out seven over four innings pitched. Neal was also big at the plate, getting on base in all three of his plate appearances with three stolen bases, three runs, and one RBI. Neal is crushing it when it comes to stolen bases: he's snagged at least one every time he's taken the field this season.
In other batting news, Chris Simon was a standout: he went 1-for-2 with two stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI. Another player making a difference was Jake Peck, who went a perfect 1-for-1 with two stolen bases, two runs, and two RBI.
Richland Northeast now has a winning record of 2-1. As for Columbia, their loss dropped their record down to 0-3.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Richland Northeast will square off against South Pointe at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The game will give the Cavaliers their first taste of in-conference action this season. As for Columbia, they will challenge Lower Richland at 6:30 p.m. on Monday.
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