Home of the Braves: The Marietta Knights walk out onto the beautiful grass at Turner Field |
Cal Hughes hit a 2 out, 2 run game tying single and got the win on the mound against the Bucks |
Marietta called on Austin Hansell to close it out. The Bucks managed 2 base runners but the Knights defense remained disciplined and focused on getting outs. Garrett hauled in a pop fly at 3B. JD Rinehimer caught a fly in CF and finally Hunter fielded a grounder at second and tossed it to Presley to complete the exciting 10-8 win. Cal got the win and Austin got the save. Presley blew up going 3 for 3 with 2 doubles, 4 RBI's and 2 runs scored. Gil went 2 for 2 with 2 runs scored and Jack Rinehimer added a triple.
Once again the Atlanta Braves put on a great tournament. In addition to bringing in top teams from all over the Southeast, the Braves gave all the players and coaches tickets to Braves vs. Marlins games Saturday night and the boys got to parade around the field at Turner Field before the game. The Knights also got a team photo with Braves starter Alex Wood.
Hunter was sharp on the mound in 2 appearances. |
In addition to the great win, there were a lot of positives the Knights are excited to take into the 2014 season. Gil continued his offensive tear hitting .750 on the weekend with 3 runs and 3 stolen bases. He also drew an intentional walk. Gil and Presley were both great at 1B recording 7 and 6 putouts apiece. Hunter had 5 assists and 2 putouts and Luke Martin was great behind the plate including a caught stealing. Hunter and Austin both threw better than 60% strikes to balls ratio.
New Knight Austin Schubert had a big double in a real game at Wills Park and several big drives in the fake game at Turner Field |
Jack, Garrett and Gil patrol the OF at the Taco Mac park at Turner Field. |
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