Easley took a nine-run loss the last time they faced off against Belton-Honea Path, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Green Wave skirted past the Bears 8-6. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Green Wave have posted since April 1st.
Colton Irvin was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he pitched three innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in nine consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in three of his five plate appearances with two runs and one RBI. Easley is undefeated when Irvin posts two or more runs, but 6-12 otherwise.
Aaron Tolbert
| 05/01/25 @ Belton-Honea Path | 2 |
| 04/15/25 @ T.L. Hanna | 1 |
| 04/11/25 @ Hillcrest | 1 |
| 04/08/25 vs Hillcrest | 1 |
| 04/01/25 @ Mauldin | 2 |
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Aaron Tolbert, who went 2-for-4 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run. That's the most RBI he has posted since back in April.
Easley hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. The team has now struck out at least five batters in four consecutive matches.
The win got Easley back to even at 12-12. As for Belton-Honea Path, they moved to 15-11 with that defeat, which also ended their seven-game winning streak.
Looking ahead, Easley will host Greer at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. The Green Wave are facing the Yellow Jackets at the right time seeing as the Yellow Jackets are stuck on a three-game losing streak. Belton-Honea Path does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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