McCormick extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to six on Friday, dropping them down to 0-2. They came up short against the Thornwell Saints, falling 16-0. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Saints this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 19-2 on Wednesday.
As for Thornwell, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 3-3. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won three matchups by 16 runs or more this season.
For Thornwell's part, Jacob James made a big impact no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. James also tossed no earned runs, which is notable because Thornwell is 2-1 when he allows at most one earned run, but 1-2 otherwise. James was also big at the plate, getting on base in all three of his plate appearances with two RBI and one run.
In other batting news, Thornwell got a big performance out of Jackson Stroud, who got on base in all three of his plate appearances with three RBI, one run, and one double. That double marked the first that Stroud has hit this season. Another player making a difference was Brayden Brewer, who got on base in all three of his plate appearances with three runs and one RBI.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. McCormick will head out to square off against Calhoun Falls Charter at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Thornwell, they will venture away from home to take on Southside at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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