Westside came tearing into Tuesday's matchup with four straight wins (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 13.3 runs), and they left with even more momentum. They blew past the Hephzibah Rebels 18-2. While the Patriots didn't have the best season last year (they finished 11-14), it's starting to look like those struggles are a thing of the past.
Hunter Barrow made a splash while hitting and pitching. He struck out seven batters over 2.2 innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits (and not a single walk). What's more, he gave up only zero earned runs, the fewest he's had since back in April of 2024. He was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring three runs and stealing a base while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now snagged at least one in each of the last three games he's played.
In other batting news, Ethan Collins was incredible, going a perfect 4-for-4 with three stolen bases, three runs, and four RBI. Another player making a difference was Justin Lampkin, who scored three runs and stole Two bases. while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
Patriots
| 03/04/25 @ Hephzibah | 45.5% |
| 02/26/25 vs Josey | 39.1% |
| 02/25/25 vs Howard | 38.9% |
| 02/21/25 @ Cross Creek | 40% |
| 02/20/25 vs Thomson | 11.5% |
| + 10 more games |
Westside was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .455. The last time their batting average was this high was back in April of 2024.
Westside's victory bumped their record up to 7-3. As for Hephzibah, their loss dropped their record down to 4-7.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Westside will head out to face off against Burke County at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday. One thing working in Westside's favor is that they have posted at least ten runs in their last five contests. As for Hephzibah, they will head out on the road to square off against Westside at 5:30 p.m. on Friday.
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