Robert C. Byrd had to endure a six-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They blew past the Elkins Tigers 14-4. This was payback for Robert C. Byrd, who suffered a 7-6 loss the last time these two teams met.
Owen OMara was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he struck out six batters over six innings while giving up three earned (and one unearned) runs off five hits (and only one walk). OMara was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, Saverio Destito was incredible, going 4-for-4 with seven RBI, a stolen base, and a double. Ashton Shaffer was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 2-for-2.
On Elkins' side, they saw seven different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Brock Holland, who scored a run while going 2-for-4.
Robert C. Byrd's victory ended a seven-game drought at home and bumped them up to 10-14. As for Elkins, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost seven of their last nine contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-9 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Robert C. Byrd will stay at home for another game and welcome Philip Barbour at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. Philip Barbour will roll in looking for their sixth straight win, something Robert C. Byrd surely won't give up without a fight. As for Elkins, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Buckhannon-Upshur at 6:00 p.m. on Monday.
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