Rootstown lost to Coventry last Thursday, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Friday. The Rootstown Rovers came out on top against the Coventry Comets by a score of 4-1.
Joe Weaver made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and only two hits while striking out six over four innings pitched. Weaver was also big at the plate, scoring a run while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, Austin Biggin was excellent, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 1-for-2.
On Coventry's side, Brodie Hogue spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered three earned (and one unearned) runs on seven hits and racked up ten Ks. Hogue has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Coventry saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Lucas Futrell, who went 1-for-4 with a double and an RBI.
Rootstown's win bumped their record up to 7-13. As for Coventry, their defeat dropped their record down to 9-16.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Rootstown will take on Clearview at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. Rootstown is facing Clearview at the right time seeing as Clearview is stuck on a nine-game losing streak. As for Coventry, their homestand will continue as they prepare to take on Glenville at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. Glenville is coming into the match with three straight losses on the road, meaning Coventry will have to defend against a team hungry for a victory.
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