After low-scoring totals in their previous five contests, First Coast brought some dynamite into their most recent matchup. They were the clear victor by a 13-5 margin over the Nease Panthers on Monday. Considering First Coast's hitters had been struggling lately, the high-scoring outing was a much-needed turnaround.
Braeden Mcnamee looked comfortable as he struck out seven batters over 3.2 innings while giving up just one earned (and three unearned) runs off seven hits. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, First Coast got a massive performance out of Hunter Carns, who scored three runs and stole three bases while going 4-for-4. Ezekiel Ansley was another key contributor, going 3-for-5 with three stolen bases, five RBI, and three runs.
First Coast's victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 13-8. As for Nease, they now have a losing record at 10-11.
First Coast will be playing in front of their home fans against St. Joseph Academy at 5:50 p.m. on Tuesday. The two teams have allowed few runs on average, (St. Joseph Academy: 3.6, First Coast: 2.9) so any runs scored will be well earned. As for Nease, they will head out on the road to challenge Bishop Snyder at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Bishop Snyder is coming into the game with five straight wins at home, so Nease will have to stop a team with plenty of momentum.
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