Atkinson County scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Wednesday. They never let the Mitchell County Eagles onto the board and left with a 21-0 win. Atkinson County might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team's won ten matchups by six runs or more this season.
Brandon Vining made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he didn't allow a single earned run and only one hit over four innings pitched. Vining has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. Vining was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on TyQuavious Williams, who scored three runs and stole three bases while going 4-for-4. Gevin Smith was another key contributor, going 2-for-2 with four RBI, a stolen base, and a run.
Atkinson County has been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six contests, which provided a nice bump to their 15-13 record this season. As for Mitchell County, they dropped their record down to 2-11 with that loss, which was their fourth straight at home.
Atkinson County will take on Lanier County at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. Lanier County's pitching crew has only allowed 2.7 runs per game this season, so Atkinson County's hitters will have their work cut out for them. Mitchell County does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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