Corbin had already won three in a row (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 10.3 runs), and they went ahead and made it four on Thursday. They skirted past the Madison Southern Eagles 11-9. That's more bragging rights for Corbin, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Kade Elam made a big impact no matter where he played. On the mound, he tossed two innings while giving up just one earned run off one hit. Elam has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than one hit in three consecutive pitching appearances. Elam was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-4.
In other batting news, Cam Estep and Noah Cima did most of the damage at the plate: Estep scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-3, while Cima scored a run and stole a base while getting on base in three of his five plate appearances. Cima is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now stolen at least one in the last three games he's played. Another player making a difference was Cooper McCauley, who scored a run and stole two bases while getting on base in two of his four plate appearances.
On Madison Southern's side, Griffin Back made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-4 with three RBI and a double. The team also got some help courtesy of Trey Helton, who went 2-for-3 with a double and an RBI.
Corbin has been performing well recently as they've won 11 of their last 14 contests, which provided a nice bump to their 23-8 record this season. As for Madison Southern, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 14-16.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Corbin will take on South Laurel at 8:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Madison Southern, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Bryan Station at 5:30 p.m. The last three games Madison Southern has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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