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Big Red keeps fighting, walks-it-off over St. C

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Big Red triumphed over St. Clairsville with a 6-5 walk-off victory, highlighted by Myles Cooper's clutch two-run hit in the seventh inning. After establishing an early 4-0 lead, Big Red found themselves trailing due to a five-run fourth inning from St. Clairsville. Coach Fred Heatherington praised the team's resilience, stating, “We didn’t die, we’re getting better.

” Key hits from Maddox Gulan, Matt Fabbro, and AJ Borsch set the stage for Cooper's game-winning hit. St. Clairsville's coach, Tom Silva, expressed disappointment over missed chances that could have changed the game's outcome. Big Red’s starting pitcher, Noah Kokiko, delivered a strong performance, allowing only four earned runs while striking out two. Both teams are gearing up for important upcoming games, with Big Red focusing on tournament readiness.

The match showcased the competitive spirit of high school baseball, with both teams demonstrating skill and determination.

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