WEST BRANCH COOLS OFF THE FALCONS
AUSTINTOWN OH- In a showdown between two formidable teams, West Branch Baseball delivered a commanding performance to secure an impressive 5-1 victory over a streaking Fitch squad on Friday night.
Leading the charge for West Branch’s offense were standout performances from Hunter Shields, Jeremiah Thomas, and Aaron Tucker. Shields delivered in clutch situations, going 2-for-4 at the plate with three crucial RBIs, while Thomas contributed with a 2-for-3 performance, driving in a run and scoring one himself. Tucker added to the offensive barrage, collecting two hits and scoring a run to fuel West Branch’s scoring efforts.
On the mound, Anthony Perry showcased his pitching prowess, delivering a stellar performance over 6.2 innings of work. Perry demonstrated precision and control, allowing just one run on seven hits while issuing only one walk and striking out five opposing batters. His dominant pitching performance stifled Fitch’s potent lineup, setting the tone for West Branch’s victory.
Despite facing a formidable opponent, Fitch showed resilience at the plate with notable offensive contributions from Mason Petridis, Frank Senediak, and Drew Kaschak. Petridis launched a solo home run and drove in a run, while Senediak and Kaschak collected hits to keep Fitch in the game.
However, West Branch’s cohesive performance on both offense and defense proved too much for Fitch to overcome. With solid pitching and timely hitting, West Branch secured the win and showcased their prowess as a force to be reckoned with in the baseball arena.
