It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but South Lenoir had no problem doing just that on Tuesday. They walked away with a 7-2 victory over the Clinton Dark Horses.
Braxton Byrd was excellent, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 2-for-3. Christian Coples was another key contributor, going 1-for-3 with a home run and three RBI.
On Clinton's side, Alex Evans made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs and stole two bases while going 1-for-2. Evans is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now stolen at least one in the last seven games he's played.
South Lenoir's win was their tenth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 15-6. As for Clinton, their defeat ended a four-game streak of away wins and brought them to 15-6.
South Lenoir will face off against Greene Central on Friday. Greene Central will roll in looking for their 23rd straight victory, something South Lenoir surely won't give up without a fight. Clinton does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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