Hampton had to endure a seven-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They came out on top against the McDonough Warhawks by a score of 10-7 on Wednesday. Hampton's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Gavin Aiken made a splash while hitting and pitching. He tossed an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits (he also only allowed one walk). Aiken was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs while going 1-for-2.
Aiken wasn't the only one making solid contact as five players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Leo Vivaldi Garcia, who scored three runs while going 2-for-4. Another player making a difference was Dylan Peugnet, who scored a run while going 1-for-3.
On McDonough's side, Miles Hawkins made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went 1-for-3 with three RBI, a triple, and a stolen base. The team also got some help courtesy of Aerrigo Evans, who scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-3.
Hampton's win ended a seven-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 3-13. As for McDonough, they have not been sharp recently as the team has lost seven of their last eight contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-10 record this season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Hampton will take on McDonough at 5:45 p.m. on Friday. As for McDonough, they will head out on the road to square off against Mt. Zion at 7:55 p.m. on Thursday. McDonough is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 7.5 runs per game this season.
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