Hilton Head Island scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Friday. They put the hurt on the Battery Creek Dolphins with a sharp 25-1 win. The result was nothing new for Hilton Head Island, who have now won five matches by six runs or more so far this season.
Connor Wiendl and Landon Schwartz made a splash while hitting and pitching. Throwing, Wiendl pitched an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits (he also didn't allow any walks). Meanwhile, Schwartz pitched an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. At bat, Wiendl went 2-for-4 with three runs, four RBI, and a stolen base, while Schwartz scored four runs while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances.
In other batting news, Brad Larson was a standout: he went 3-for-4 with six RBI, four runs, and two doubles. Slater Alsobrook was another key contributor, going 3-for-4 with three runs, three RBI, and a triple.
Hilton Head Island now has a winning record of 7-6. As for Battery Creek, their loss was their ninth straight at home dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 0-7.
Hilton Head Island will head out on the road to challenge James Island at 6:30 p.m. on Monday. James Island's pitching crew has only allowed 2.5 runs per game this season, so Hilton Head Island's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Battery Creek, they will be playing at home against Patrick Henry Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Patrick Henry Academy will roll in looking for their eighth straight victory, something Battery Creek surely won't give up without a fight.
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