It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Hayesville had no problem doing just that on Tuesday. They blew past the Bethany Wolves 11-5. Considering Hayesville has won nine matchups by more than five runs this season, Tuesday's blowout was nothing new.
Jackson Sellers made a splash no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching six innings while giving up four earned (and one unearned) runs off seven hits. Sellers has been consistent recently: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive pitching appearances. Sellers was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring three runs while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances.
In other batting news, Chance Hughes was excellent, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 3-for-4. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now stolen at least one in the last four games he's played. Peyton McGaha was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-2.
Hayesville pushed their record up to 16-3 with that win, which was their tenth straight at home. As for Bethany, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost five of their last six contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 7-11 record this season.
Hayesville will be playing in front of their home fans against Mountain Heritage at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. Mountain Heritage is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 6.4 runs per game this season. Bethany does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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