Booneville’s Late Rally Falls Short in Loss to Hamilton
Corinth, MS – March 10, 2025 – The Booneville Blue Devils fought hard but couldn’t overcome an early deficit, falling 8-3 to the Hamilton Lions at Corinth Baseball Field. A strong seventh-inning push gave Booneville hope, but Hamilton’s steady offensive output and sharp pitching held firm to secure the win.
Game 1
Game 1
| Final | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | R | H | E |
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0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 8 | 7 | 4 |
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0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 8 | 3 |
Game Summary:
Hamilton took control early, plating three runs in the second inning before adding insurance runs in the fourth, sixth, and seventh innings. Booneville struggled to generate offense against Hamilton's pitching, managing just three runs on eight hits while leaving 11 runners stranded on base.
Down 8-0 entering the bottom of the seventh, Booneville showed resilience, scoring three runs in a late rally. However, the deficit proved too large to overcome. Booneville's defense also had its struggles, committing three errors, which allowed Hamilton to capitalize on extra scoring opportunities.
Booneville's Offensive Leaders:
- Jack Sandlin (2B) – 1-for-3, double, two RBIs
- Porter Tapp (CF) – 2-for-4, double, one stolen base
- Kylin Leslie (RF) – 2-for-4, one RBI
- Colin Flurry (3B) – 1-for-3, hit by pitch
- Jacob Matthews (C) – 1-for-4
Despite out-hitting Hamilton 8 to 7, Booneville couldn't cash in on key scoring opportunities.
Hamilton's Offensive Leaders:
- Seth Welch (LF) – 1-for-3, two runs, one stolen base
- Myles Self (CF) – 0-for-4, one RBI, one run, one stolen base
- Hunter Barnes (3B) – 2-for-3, two runs, one stolen base
- Servantez Danner (DH) – 1-for-2, one RBI, two walks
Hamilton executed a disciplined offensive approach, taking six walks and swiping eight stolen bases to keep the pressure on Booneville's defense.
Pitching Performances:
Booneville:
- Clark Janzen (SP, L) – 5.0 IP, 2 H, 4 R, 2 ER, 5 BB, 2 K
- Porter Tapp (RP) – 1.0 IP, 2 H, 2 R, 1 ER, 0 BB, 1 K
- John Greyson Pharr (RP) – 1.0 IP, 3 H, 2 R, 2 ER, 1 BB, 1 K
Hamilton:
- Braedyn Lackie (SP, W) – 6.1 IP, 7 H, 3 R, 2 ER, 2 BB, 4 K
- Cody Staten (RP) – 0.2 IP, 1 H, 0 R, 0 BB, 1 K
Fielding Notes:
- Booneville committed three errors, leading to three unearned runs.
- Jacob Matthews (C) recorded four putouts but struggled with three passed balls.
- Hamilton's defense was shaky as well, committing four errors, but managed to escape trouble thanks to strong pitching.
Final Thoughts:
Booneville falls to 3-10 on the season but showed heart with their late push in the seventh inning. The Blue Devils will look to rebound in their next game as they continue to find consistency at the plate and in the field.