News Summary
Chapin-Newberry Post achieved a major victory by sweeping Winnsboro Post 16 in a crucial three-game series. The team improved their record to 10-8, showcasing strong performances, particularly from Tyler Stephenson as pitcher and Maddox Floyd as a standout hitter. With this win, Chapin-Newberry positioned themselves fourth in League 3 and aims to carry this momentum into their next challenge against Richland Post 215.
Chapin, SC – Chapin-Newberry Post achieved a significant victory by sweeping Winnsboro Post 16 in a three-game series played over two days. This series marked a critical turnaround for Chapin-Newberry, who entered the matchup with a record of 7-8, including three losses earlier in July. The sweep consisted of one game on Monday, July 7, and a doubleheader on Tuesday, July 8, necessitated by weather conditions.
In the first game of the series, Chapin-Newberry secured a solid 8-3 win. This victory set a positive tone for the following day when they faced Winnsboro Post 16 in a doubleheader at the Smith Road Complex, located at Newberry College. During the doubleheader, Chapin-Newberry demonstrated their strength, first winning the opening game 13-1, before dominating the second game with a final score of 14-0.
The 14-0 victory in the second game was particularly noteworthy, as it marked the highest number of runs scored in a game for Chapin-Newberry during the current season. The scoring frenzy began early with Chapin-Newberry taking a lead after scoring two runs in the first inning. They escalated their offense in the second inning, delivering an impressive seven-run performance that pushed their lead to 9-0. The offensive display continued, as they added five more runs in the fourth inning, concluding the game at 14-0.
Tyler Stephenson shone as the starting pitcher for Chapin-Newberry, completing the game in five innings. His performance included five strikeouts and he allowed only one hit throughout the match. Offensively, Maddox Floyd stood out by going four-for-four, contributing three singles, one double, and one run batted in (RBI) to his team’s tally. Colby Livingston also had a strong performance, achieving three hits in four at-bats along with scoring three runs. Caden Reeves, Coleman Fryer, and Blake Stribble each contributed significantly with two or more RBIs during the game.
This series sweep improved Chapin-Newberry’s league standing, positioning them in fourth place in League 3. They are set to face a more formidable opponent, Richland Post 215, in two critical games on Monday and Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. at the same Smith Road Complex. Richland Post 215 currently leads League 3 and presents a significant challenge as Chapin-Newberry looks to build on their recent momentum.
The recent success in this series against Winnsboro Post 16 is a much-needed morale booster for Chapin-Newberry, who had previously faced struggles during their games earlier in the month. With a total of three games played in quick succession, the team showcased consistency and resilience, setting a hopeful outlook for their upcoming matches.
This weekend’s games against Richland Post 215 will be crucial for Chapin-Newberry, both for their position in the league and for maintaining their winning streak. As the team prepares, the community remains optimistic about their prospects moving forward in the season.
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