South Shore International had lost three straight at home, but on Thursday they dropped their record down to 0-5 to make it four. They lost 14-8 to the King Jaguars. The Tars were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Jaguars apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in April of 2024.
King's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-4. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For King's part, Sam Roma was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out eight batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. That's the most strikeouts Roma has posted since back in April of 2024. He was also big at the plate, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with three RBI, one stolen base, and one run. He has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times he's played.
In other batting news, Kennedy Baniba was incredible, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with four runs, two stolen bases, and one RBI. That RBI marked the first that he has brought in this season. Another player making a difference was Jhanius Walls, who got on base in two of his four plate appearances with three stolen bases and two runs.
The teams didn't have to wait long for a rematch: King beat South Shore International by a score of 24-19 on Saturday.
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