QUAKERS RALLY IN WILD ONE

SALEM, OH- What a comeback it was for the Salem Quakers! On Monday, they overcame a hefty seven-run deficit to claim a resounding 20-10 victory against the Minerva Lions.

From the get-go, it was clear this game was going to be a slugfest. The Lions roared into the lead early, with Braydon Wood and Gaven Aquino delivering crucial hits that quickly piled up runs in the first inning. But the Quakers weren’t about to let this game slip away that easily.

Lance Bailey was the spark the Quakers needed, smashing a three-run homer that instantly got them back into the game. But the real magic happened in the second inning when the Quakers turned the tables dramatically. They racked up eight runs, with Colin Riesen’s clutch double bringing in two crucial runs that helped Salem take an 11-7 lead.

The hits just kept coming. Riesen was unstoppable at the plate, contributing heavily to the team’s impressive 16-hit tally. Trenton McCoy and the rest of the lineup showed patience and strategic acumen, working walks and stealing bases with a gusto that kept the pressure on Minerva.

Pitching was key too. Cyle Burt stepped up in relief, stabilizing the game and holding the Lions at bay, despite a rocky start from the Quakers’ pitching staff. Bailey also shone in his relief stint, tossing two scoreless innings and striking out four.

Minerva’s lineup had its moments, with Aquino leading the charge with three hits. Wood and Logan Frigyes were also notable contributors, driving in runs and keeping the game competitive.

As the dust settled, the Quakers walked off with not just a win but a statement about their resilience and firepower. Next, they’ll be looking to carry this momentum into their upcoming game against the Carrollton Varsity Warriors. If Monday’s game was any indicator, that one’s not to be missed either!