Connersville's game last Thursday was a tough loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Saturday. They came out on top against the Franklin County Wildcats by a score of 10-5. The high-scoring effort was just what Connersville needed considering they were shutout in their previous contest.
Brody Shearer was incredible, scoring two runs while going 3-for-4. Parker Flanigan was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-2.
On Franklin County's side, Austin Andre put in work no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching 3.2 innings while giving up no earned run off two hits. Andre was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with three RBI.
In other batting news, Ben Becker made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and got on base in three of his four plate appearances with two RBI.
Connersville's victory bumped their record up to 7-3. As for Franklin County, they dropped their record down to 3-8 with that defeat, which was their fourth straight at home.
Connersville will take on Lawrenceburg at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. Lawrenceburg will roll in looking for their eighth straight win, something Connersville surely won't give up without a fight. As for Franklin County, they will head out on the road to face off against South Dearborn at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. The last four games South Dearborn has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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