Springstead scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Friday. They came out on top against the Crystal River Pirates by a score of 20-17. Both teams can probably skip cardio this week after making that many trips around the bases.
Tayrn Hendrickson looked comfortable as he tossed 3.2 innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off four hits. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up a single earned run in three consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Springstead got a massive performance out of Nathaniel Sabino, who scored three runs while getting on base in four of his six plate appearances. Brendan Anderson was another key contributor, scoring four runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-6.
On Crystal River's side, Cade Wentworth stepped up to lead a balanced group of hitters: he went 2-for-4 with a home run and five RBI. Another player making a difference was Eli Langston, who scored three runs while going 4-for-5.
Springstead's win ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 8-9. As for Crystal River, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 4-11.
Springstead will be staying on the road on Tuesday to face off against Central at 7:00 p.m. Central's pitching crew has only allowed 3.6 runs per game this season, so Springstead's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Crystal River, they will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against Nature Coast Tech at 6:30 p.m.
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