It may have taken eight innings to finish the job, but Weber ultimately got the result they hoped for on Thursday. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Clearfield Falcons and snuck past 18-16. Weber's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Jarett Hill was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he didn't allow a single earned run while striking out six over 5.2 innings pitched. Hill was also big at the plate, scoring two runs while going 2-for-4.
In other batting news, Tyce Abbott was incredible, going 5-for-6 with two triples, three runs, and two RBI. Another player making a difference was Eastyn Barker, who scored two runs while going 3-for-5.
Like Weber, Clearfield also got a great game from a two-way player: Peyton Kotter. He pitched 5.1 innings while giving up just two earned (and eight unearned) runs off ten hits. Kotter has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't pitched less than five innings in three consecutive pitching appearances. Kotter was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in all six of his plate appearances with four RBI, two runs, and a double.
In other batting news, Logan Fenn made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored three runs while getting on base in two of his five plate appearances. Colt Chambers was another key contributor, going 1-for-5 with a triple, a run, and an RBI.
Even though they lost, Clearfield kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 14 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
Weber's win ended a five-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 3-4. As for Clearfield, they now have a losing record at 4-5.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Weber will take on Cedar Valley at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Clearfield, they will be playing at home against Layton at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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