Arcola came out on top against Heritage on Monday thanks in part to the team's impressive eight-run sixth inning. The Purple Riders blew past the Hawks 13-7. With that win, the Purple Riders brought their scoring average up to 6.4 runs per game.
Brody Phillips
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Jordan Gingerich and Brody Phillips were major factors no matter where they played. Throwing, Gingerich struck out six batters over three innings while giving up just one earned (and three unearned) runs off one hit. Meanwhile, Phillips struck out six batters over two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and only one walk). He also tossed a walk, which is notable because Arcola is 3-1 when he allows at most one walk, but 1-3 otherwise. At the plate, Gingerich went 2-for-4 with three RBI and one run, while Phillips went 1-for-4 with two stolen bases, one run, and one double.
The victory made it two in a row for Arcola and bumps their season record up to 4-4. The wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 8.0 runs over those games. As for Heritage, their defeat was their 11th straight at home dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 2-8.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Arcola will square off against Salt Fork at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Heritage, they will face off against Sullivan at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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