Cobras Split Day 1 of Their Conference Series vs. Newberry
Game 1
Hartsville, SC- In a close and competitive baseball game between Newberry and Coker on March 8, 2024, Newberry came out on top with a final score of 2-1. Newberry's J. Lebron stood out, scoring both of Newberry's runs. The game was tied 1-1 until the 8th inning when K. Osbon's RBI single brought Lebron home, securing the win for Newberry.
Newberry's pitching was also strong, with H. French allowed only one run and three hits over seven innings. Coker's Aaron Diaz pitched well but ultimately took the loss after giving up two runs on five hits.
Overall, it was a well-fought game between the two teams, with Newberry coming out on top. The game lasted 2 hours and had an attendance of 98 fans at Tom J. New Field.
Game 2
In a thrilling game 2 matchup, the Coker baseball team emerged victorious over Newberry with a final score of 5-3. The game featured a back-and-forth battle between the two teams, with Coker ultimately coming out on top.
Newberry got on the board first with two runs in the third inning, courtesy of RBI singles from J. LeBron and K. Osbon. However, Coker quickly responded with three runs in the bottom of the inning, highlighted by a two-run single from Corbin Wright.
The game remained close, with both teams adding runs in the following innings. Coker extended their lead in the fifth inning, with Hunter Poole scoring on a sacrifice fly from C. Wright. A single from Adam Wilkerson brought in another run for Coker, solidifying their lead at 5-3.
Pitching played a crucial role in the game, with Coker's Tyler Satterley earning the win after pitching 4.2 innings and allowing only one run. On the other side, Newberry's T. Chinpire took the loss after giving up three runs in three innings.
Overall, it was a hard-fought game between Newberry and Coker, with Coker ultimately coming out on top with a 5-3 victory. Both teams showed determination and skill on the field, making for an exciting matchup for the fans in attendance. The South Atlantic Conference series is now tied up one piece and will be determined on Sunday who takes the series.
