News Summary
The Chapin Newberry Post baseball team faced a challenging start to their season, losing their home opener against West Columbia with a score of 7-1. Despite amassing nine hits, Chapin Newberry managed only one run, leaving them with an overall record of 1-4. The team struggled throughout the match but showed resilience with strong pitching performances in parts of the game. Coach Ryan Stoudemire remains optimistic about future matches as the team prepares for their next opportunity against the Joanna Hornets.
Chapin, SC – Newberry Post Suffers Home Opener Loss to West Columbia, 7-1
The Chapin Newberry Post baseball team faced a tough defeat during their highly anticipated home opener on June 18, 2023, losing to West Columbia with a final score of 7-1. This loss brought Chapin Newberry’s overall record to 1-4, with an unfortunate 0-3 standing in league play.
The game was held at the Smith Road Complex on the campus of Newberry College, marking the team’s first official home game after nearly two weeks of cancellations due to inclement weather. Fans gathered to support the team, eager to witness their performance after a delay in play.
Game Overview
Both teams entered the field with high hopes, but the first inning ended scoreless. They faced immediate challenges in the second inning when West Columbia took charge, establishing a 2-0 lead. Despite opportunities, Chapin Newberry was unable to capitalize. In the bottom of the second, they left a runner stranded, a theme that would continue throughout the game.
West Columbia started extending their lead in the fourth inning, scoring three additional runs, resulting in a significant 5-0 advantage. The innings that followed saw struggles for Chapin Newberry, particularly from starting pitcher Ty Harper, who had a tough outing. After an ineffective start, a pitching change was made in the fifth inning; Coleman Fryer came in but also struggled to contain West Columbia, who tacked on two more runs, increasing their lead to 7-0.
Chapin Newberry’s Response
Chapin Newberry displayed some resilience throughout the match. Carson Glenn came in as a relief pitcher and had a strong showing, striking out two batters in the sixth inning. Bryce Satterwhite made a notable contribution with a double but was unable to bring runners home to score.
Finally, in the seventh inning, Chapin Newberry broke through and got on the scoreboard with a run made possible by Blake Stribble’s double. Despite amassing nine hits during the game, Chapin Newberry only managed to score a single run, while West Columbia kept the pressure, hitting a total of seven runs on seven hits throughout the match.
Aftermath and Future Games
The defeat has left Chapin Newberry with much to ponder as they look to improve in the upcoming matches. Head coach Ryan Stoudemire acknowledged the team’s struggles but expressed continued confidence in their abilities and anticipation for better performance moving forward.
In another bout on Thursday, June 19, Chapin Newberry faced West Columbia again, ending in a 3-1 loss, thus completing a series sweep for West Columbia. Chapin Newberry’s next opportunity to redeem themselves is scheduled for Tuesday, June 24th, against the Joanna Hornets, marking the beginning of three consecutive home games.
Upcoming Celebration
In addition to the upcoming games, Chapin Newberry is set to celebrate the 10th anniversary of their 2015 American Legion World Series championship team on Friday, June 25th. This event is expected to bring together former players and fans, commemorating a significant achievement in the team’s history and promoting community engagement.
As Chapin Newberry strives to turn the tide on their season, fans look forward to seeing the team harness their potential and make the necessary adjustments for better outcomes in future matches.
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Additional Resources
- Newberry Observer: Chapin Newberry Falls to West Columbia in Home Opener
- Newberry Observer: Chapin Newberry Set to Celebrate 10-Year Anniversary of World Series Title
- Cola Daily: Camden Wins S.C. American Legion Baseball Title
- Lexington Chronicle: SC American Baseball Summer League – Chapin/Newberry Edges Lexington 6-5
- The State: High School Sports Updates
- Wikipedia: American Legion Baseball
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