Peoria Heights scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Saturday. Their pitcher stepped up to hand the Astoria/VIT Rebels a 17-0 shutout. The win was some much needed relief for Peoria Heights as it spelled an end to their four-game losing streak.
Finely Heath made a big impact no matter where he played. On the mound, he kept things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out ten over four innings pitched. Heath was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
In other batting news, Peoria Heights got a massive performance out of Cam Ron Williams, who went 3-for-4 with three doubles, four RBI, and two runs. Brady Larson was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-2.
Peoria Heights' victory ended a three-game drought at home and bumped them up to 6-15. As for Astoria/VIT, their defeat was their ninth straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 1-17.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Peoria Heights' homestand will continue as they prepare to take on West Prairie at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Astoria/VIT will take on Havana at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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