USC Union Bantams Triumph over SWVA

In a high-scoring matchup between Southwest Virginia Community College (Southwest VA CC) and USC Union on February 1, USC Union emerged victorious with an 11-5 win. The game, held at USC Union, showcased the home team's offensive prowess and strategic play.

Southwest VA CC started strong, with Ben Campbell scoring in the first inning due to a passed ball. The team continued to capitalize on errors, with Tyler Markus and Campbell scoring in the second inning, aided by Ronnie Hall's single. However, their early lead was short-lived as USC Union quickly responded.

USC Union's offense was spearheaded by standout performances from Kirksey and Friend. In the second inning, Jackson's single allowed Underwood and Friend to score, leveling the playing field. Kirksey's exceptional performance included a home run and a double, contributing significantly to the team's score. His efforts in the third and fourth innings, including scoring on a passed ball and a wild pitch, put USC Union ahead.

The fourth inning was pivotal for USC Union, with Kirksey's double driving in two runs, followed by his own score on a wild pitch. Friend's home run in the fifth further extended their lead. In the sixth inning, Kirksey's home run and Everett's single added four more runs, cementing USC Union's dominance.

Southwest VA CC's Damien Boyd attempted to rally his team with a two-run double in the sixth, but it wasn't enough to overcome USC Union's substantial lead. Despite their efforts, Southwest VA CC couldn't close the gap, and the game concluded with USC Union securing an 11-5 victory.

USC Union's pitching was effective, with Chase earning the win after three innings of scoreless pitching, supported by Raines, who struck out four batters over two innings. Southwest VA CC's pitchers struggled to contain USC Union's offense, with Logan Williams and Chris Steele both allowing multiple runs.

Overall, USC Union's combination of strategic hitting, capitalizing on errors, and solid pitching led them to a decisive win over Southwest VA CC, showcasing their potential as a formidable team in this season.