Clarkston's game last Saturday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Wednesday. They put the hurt on the East Valley Knights with a sharp 15-1 victory. The Bantams' hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Hayden Line was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he struck out 15 batters over five innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits (and not a single walk). Line was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in three of his five plate appearances with one triple, one stolen base, and two RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Kendry Gimlin, who scored three runs and stole Three bases. while getting on base in all five of his plate appearances. Isaiah Woods was another key player, scoring three runs and stealing Three bases. while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
Clarkston always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .615. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as East Valley only posted an OBP of .211.
Bantams
| 03/19/25 @ East Valley | 15-1 |
| 03/15/25 vs West Valley | 6-16 |
| 03/15/25 vs West Valley | 2-14 |
| 03/13/25 @ Lewiston | 0-10 |
| 05/09/24 @ Pullman | 0-1 |
Clarkston's win ended an eight-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 1-3. Even worse, they were so close so many times: the defeats came by an average of only 3.75 runs. As for East Valley, they are on an 11-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-4.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Clarkston will face off against Pullman at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday. Pullman will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something Clarkston surely won't give up without a fight. As for East Valley, they will challenge Riverside at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday.
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