Baseball Splits with Jamestown

Batavia, NY - The baseball team took to the mound at home against the Jayhawks, dropping the first game and coming back to win the second of the double header.

Game 1:

Key players stood out with their remarkable contributions. Anthony Brotz tallied 2 runs, Wyatt Argentieri demonstrated his hitting ability with 2 crucial hits while adding a run. Rion Kojima and Casey Funk drove in important runs as well. Ryota Haga and Cody Costello also made their presence felt, each contributing an RBI to the scoreboard.

Julian Jones took the mound for 3.2 innings, facing 7 hits and allowing 6 runs, all earned. Despite striking out 3 batters, Jones struggled with control, issuing 3 walks. His efforts to keep the opposing hitters at bay fell short as they managed to capitalize on scoring opportunities.

Aidan Voss relieved Jones, pitching 1.1 innings. Voss faced 3 hits and allowed 2 runs, with 1 earned. While he exhibited better control with just 1 walk, Voss was unable to record any strikeouts during his time on the mound.

Game 2:

Anthony Brotz led the charge with an outstanding display, recording 2 hits and an impressive 3 runs, contributing significantly to the team's success. Wyatt Argentieri and Rion Kojima provided valuable support with 2 hits each, while Patricio Garcia showcased his hitting prowess with 2 hits, 2 runs, and 2 RBIs.

Ryan Higgins delivered a standout performance with 2 hits, including a crucial grand slam that drove in 4 runs, solidifying the team's lead. Ryota Haga and Cody Costello also made notable contributions with hits and RBIs of their own. Haga tallied himself a home run during the game as well.

In a game marked by solid pitching, Shawn Kimball emerged as the anchor of his team's defensive effort, delivering a standout performance on the mound. Over the course of 6 innings, Kimball showcased his skill and composure, allowing just 5 hits and 3 runs, with only 2 earned. Despite facing 6 walks, he demonstrated remarkable control, striking out 5 opposing batters to keep the opposition's offense in check.

The Cougars will head to Cayuga CC to take on the Spartans in the Region III Sub-Regional series. The first two games will start on Saturday May 11th at 12:00 & 2:00 PM.