Rock Hill: Charlie Evans Hits Two Home Runs, Eagles Win Fourth Straight
Rock Hill, S.C. – In a thrilling game on Friday afternoon, Charlie Evans showcased his power at the plate by hitting two home runs, leading the Winthrop Eagles to their fourth consecutive victory. The Eagles secured a 9-6 win over Appalachian State, improving their overall record to 6-7 for the season.
Key Contributors
The standout performances of the day came from key players:
- Charlie Evans: 2-4, 3 R, 2 RBI, 2 HR
- Will Dorrell: 1-4, 2 R, 2 RBI, 1 HR
- Anthony Ruocco: 3-4, 1 R, 1 RBI, 1 2B
- Harrison Wilson: 2-4, 1 R, 3 RBI, 1 HR
- Riley Huge: 6.0 IP, 4 H, 2 R, 2 BB, 11 SO
Game Highlights
The game saw thrilling moments as Charlie Evans kicked off the scoring with a leadoff home run to right field. The back-and-forth action continued with Drew Holderbach leveling the score with a homer in the second. Harrison Wilson’s two-run shot in the second inning put the Eagles back in the lead. The teams traded blows, with Austin St. Laurent and Will Dorrell adding to Winthrop’s home run count. Evans sealed the win with his second home run of the day in the eighth inning.
What’s Next
The Eagles are set to face Appalachian State again tomorrow afternoon in the second game of the series at 6 p.m. With their bats on fire and momentum on their side, Winthrop looks to continue their winning streak.
