Choctawhatchee is 2-8 against West Florida since April of 2016 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Tuesday. The Choctawhatchee Indians will be playing at home against the West Florida Jaguars at 6:30 p.m. Both teams come into the contest bolstered by wins in their previous matches.
Choctawhatchee was not the first on the board last Friday, but they got there more often. They came out on top against Fort Walton Beach by a score of 5-2. The win was just what Choctawhatchee needed coming off of a 15-5 loss in their prior match.
Kamron Kestner was solid, going 1-for-3 with a stolen base and two RBI.
Meanwhile, West Florida waltzed into their matchup on Monday with two straight wins... but they left with three. They narrowly escaped with a victory as the squad sidled past the Royals 4-3.
Jordan Hosman tossed a big game, tossing 6.1 innings while giving up three earned runs off nine hits (he also only allowed one walk). He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. Jaxson Cramer picked up the save, scoring a run and stealing a base while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances.
At the plate, Adam Geiger was solid, going 1-for-2 with a stolen base and an RBI.
Choctawhatchee's win ended a five-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 2-6. As for West Florida, their victory bumped their record up to 8-1.
The batters for both teams will have to hit smart on Tuesday as both teams have some strikeout artists on the roster. Choctawhatchee has been retiring batters left and right this season, having averaged 7.6 strikeouts per game. However, it's not like West Florida struggles in that department as they've been averaging 9.3 strikeouts per game. Considering how easily both teams rack up Ks, the hitters on both teams better bring their A-game into this one.
Choctawhatchee might still be hurting after the 15-5 defeat they got from West Florida when the teams last played on Thursday. Will Choctawhatchee have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other baseball content.
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