There's no place like home for P.K. Yonge, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Friday. They blew past the Lake Weir Hurricanes 12-3 on Thursday. The high-scoring effort was just what the Blue Wave needed considering they were shutout in their previous game.
Micah Gratto was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Furthermore, he didn't allow a single earned run, the first time he has blanked an opponent since back in April of 2024. He was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-2.
In other pitching news, P.K. Yonge got a great performance from Sam DePaul as he struck out nine batters over five innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off five hits (and only one walk).
Back at the plate, Colt Kramer was excellent, scoring a run while going 1-for-3. Josh Davis was another key player, scoring a run while going 2-for-3.
P.K. Yonge always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .514. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Lake Weir only posted an OBP of .344.
P.K. Yonge now has a winning record of 2-1. As for Lake Weir, their defeat dropped their record down to 1-5.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. P.K. Yonge will venture away from home to face off against Ocala Christian at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Lake Weir, they will head out to challenge The Villages Charter at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Villages Charter will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something Lake Weir surely won't give up without a fight.
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