In what's become a running theme this season, McCreary Central gave their fans yet another huge victory on Monday. They blew past the Pineville Mountain Lions 15-2. That's more bragging rights for McCreary Central, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Kaleb Ellis made a big impact no matter where he played. On the mound, he struck out six batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Ellis was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in four of his five plate appearances with a home run and four RBI.
In other pitching news, Riley Newman and Mason Ball dominated on the mound. Newman pitched an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits, while Ball tossed an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits.
Back at the plate, Josh Weaver was a standout: he scored two runs and stole three bases while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Kolton Summers, who scored three runs and stole three bases while getting on base in three of his five plate appearances.
McCreary Central's win bumped their record up to 22-7. As for Pineville, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost seven of their last nine matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 5-11 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. McCreary Central is on the road again on Tuesday to play Williamsburg at 6:00 p.m. McCreary Central's pitching crew has only allowed four runs per game this season, so Williamsburg's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Pineville, they will head out on the road to challenge Middlesboro at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Middlesboro is coming into the game with eight straight losses at home, meaning Pineville will have to defend against a squad hungry for a victory.
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