Eagles Score 15 Runs in Opening Game of Union Series
| Final | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Union Commonwealth
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1 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 10 | 13 | 0 |
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Reinhardt (GA)
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2 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 5 | X | 15 | 19 | 4 |
Waleska, GA - A Sign of a good team is one that will pick each other up when one part is not having their best day. That was what happened when the Eagles faced the Bulldogs of Union Commonwealth in game one of the AAC weekend series. The offense erupted with fifteen runs to get the team over the hump in this one, winning 15-10, in a game that had the Eagles playing catchup part of the way.
Timothy Pate started for the Eagles, and he got in 2.1 innings where he struck out two Bulldogs, however, he gave up four hits and four runs. Union had the lead in the game for the first four innings of the game, which had the Eagles playing catchup. Brock Weiss came in to relieve Pate, and he was able to strike out three batters, but he also had some issues giving up 5 hits in his 2.2 innings.
Ben Medley came in next and was able to pitch three solid innings for the Eagles, but he also had some moments that allowed the Bulldogs to creep back into the game. Medley struck out two batters while giving up three hits and three runs. Brett Allen came in the top of the ninth, and he also pitched a solid inning. However, he allowed a hit-and-run, which is uncharacteristic of his usual performance. Overall, Allen did great and closed out the game, keeping the five-run lead intact.
Reinhardt (GA)Pitchers
| Pitchers | IP | H | R | ER | BB | SO | HR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Timothy Pate | 2.1 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Brock Weiss (W, 1-0) | 2.2 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| Ben Medley | 3.0 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Brett Allen | 1.0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Totals | 9.0 | 13 | 10 | 7 | 3 | 8 | 0 |
The Eagles' batting line-up was on fire, with several players contributing significantly to the scoreline. Key performances included Robert Phelps, who not only scored a run but also contributed three RBIs. Cade Chamlee and Adrian Vargas each put two runs on the board, while Vargas also knocked in three RBIs. Luca Boscarino was a standout, scoring two runs, driving in three, and hitting a double and a thrilling home run.
The Eagles saw home runs from Boscarino, Nash Crowell, and Jacob Mantooth, boosting the team's morale and scoreboard.The game's pivotal moment came in the 8th inning when Boscarino and Phelps combined to extend Reinhardt's lead, ultimately sealing the victory for the Eagles with strategic plays and solid hits.
Other notable stats are three stolen bases from Adrian Vargas and doubles from Boscarino, Barry Eiseman, and Ryan Stephens.
Reinhardt extends its season record to a brilliant 18-4 and 9-4 in conference. Looking ahead, the Eagles are set to face the Union Bulldogs again on Friday with a doubleheader. The first game is set for a noon start and the second game should begin around 3:30 pm.