Johnson Royals Triumph in Midweek Win Over Georgetown
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Georgetown, KY- The Royals secured a commanding 14-7 victory over Georgetown, improving their overall record to 30-11. The Royals were led by a strong offensive display and solid pitching efforts across the board.
Luke Wilson had an outstanding performance, going 3-for-5 with 2 RBIs, including a double. Nolan Cusey contributed with 1 hit and 2 RBIs while also walking once. Bryson Shown added power to the lineup with a 1-for-3 outing that included a home run and 2 RBIs. Edwin Olmeda Jr. also showed his strength, going 2-for-2 with a home run and 1 RBI.
The Royals jumped out to an early lead, scoring 3 runs in the first inning and continuing to build on their advantage with another 3-run frame in the second. Although Georgetown fought back, scoring 2 runs in the third and 2 in the seventh, Johnson's depth and resilience were on full display, with a balanced attack and stellar pitching to hold off the hosts.
The Royals' pitching staff was a key factor in the win, with Nathan Hoffman earning the victory. Other notable contributors on the mound included Ryan Rhea and Elijah Dew, who each pitched a scoreless inning, and Braden Ott, who closed out the game despite allowing 2 runs in his 1 inning of work.
Head Coach Dave Serrano praised his team's overall performance after the game: "We came out with the right attitude tonight. We knew Georgetown would give us a challenge, but our guys stayed focused, especially on offense, and we got everyone involved. It's all about attitude, and tonight, we showed up ready to finish the job."
The Royals will look to carry this momentum into their next matchup as they continue to build toward the postseason.