For the second straight game, Cherryville will face off against Stuart W. Cramer. The Ironmen will look to defend their home field on Friday against the Storm at 7:00 p.m. The two teams have allowed few runs on average (Cherryville 2.9, Stuart W. Cramer 2.8) so any runs scored will be well earned.
Cherryville proved they can win big on Monday (they won by 13) and on Thursday they proved they can win the close ones too. They had just enough and edged out Stuart W. Cramer 4-3. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Ironmen have posted since May 13, 2025.
Brock Bumgardner made a splash while hitting and pitching. He pitched one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than one walk in seven consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going 1-for-3 with one double and one RBI.
In other pitching news, Karter Willis looked comfortable as he pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up a single earned run in three consecutive appearances.
Back at the plate, the team relied heavily on Chandler Wooten, who went 2-for-4 with one stolen base and two RBI. The team also got some help courtesy of Kenan Fowler, who went 2-for-3 with two runs.
Cherryville's victory bumped their record up to 17-2. As for Stuart W. Cramer, their defeat dropped their record down to 15-5.
Friday's game will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Cherryville hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .329. However, it's not like Stuart W. Cramer struggles in that department as they've averaged .359. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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