After flying high against Centerville back in March, Wells came back down to earth. The Wells Pirates fell just short of the Apple Springs Eagles by a score of 4-3 on Thursday. Wells was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Apple Springs apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in April of 2023.
For Apple Springs' part, Dakota Campbell made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he pitched 1.1 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (he also didn't allow any walks). Campbell was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing three bases while going 2-for-3. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now stolen at least one in the last five games he's played.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Nathan Smith, who scored a run and stole two bases while going 2-for-3.
Wells' loss ended a four-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 2-3. As for Apple Springs, the victory (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 6-9.
While Wells had to take the loss, they won't have to wait long to give it another shot: the pair's next game is a rematch scheduled at 4:00 p.m. on Friday.
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