Location: Cantine Veterans Memorial Field, Saugerties, NY
Date: July 17, 2024
Time: 4:00 PM
Game Summary
The Saugerties Stallions secured a victory in the first game of their doubleheader against the Albany Baseball Club, winning 8-4. The Stallions’ offense sparked in the second inning, and strong pitching throughout the game helped maintain their lead despite a late surge from Albany.
Game Highlights
Early Scoring: The Stallions initiated scoring in the bottom of the second inning with a significant play. Ryan Recio smashed a home run that brought in Eddie Yamin and Brandon Fish, pushing the Stallions ahead early in the game.
Continued Dominance: In the fourth inning, the Stallions extended their lead with Justin Ford delivering a crucial double that drove in two more runs, further widening the gap.
Albany’s Effort: Albany tried to claw back into the game in the fifth inning when Brody Kenneston hit a home run, but the Stallions’ defense held strong, limiting Albany’s scoring opportunities.
Securing the Win: Despite Albany’s attempt to close the gap in the sixth, scoring three runs due to some defensive mishaps from the Stallions, Saugerties answered back with Eddie Yamin hitting a two-run homer in the bottom of the sixth to seal the game.
Key Players
Ryan Recio (Stallions): Had a standout performance with a three-run homer that set the tone for Saugerties.
Eddie Yamin (Stallions): Contributed significantly with a home run and several key plays, driving in multiple runs.
Justin Ford (Stallions): Provided solid at-bats, contributing with a double that brought in crucial runs.
Pitching
Derek Constance (Stallions): Showed strong pitching throughout the game, maintaining control and limiting Albany’s hitters.
Zack Morris (Stallions): Closed the game effectively, ensuring the Stallions held on to their lead.
Location: Cantine Veterans Memorial Field, Saugerties, NY
Date: July 16, 2024
Start Time: 7:05 PM
Game Summary
The Saugerties Stallions rallied from an early one-run deficit to defeat the Albany Baseball Club 3-1 in the second game of their doubleheader, improving their season record to 25-8-2 and moving within 2.5 games of first place. The game concluded in the fifth inning due to bad weather conditions but not before the Stallions demonstrated solid pitching and timely hitting.
Game Highlights
Early Albany Lead: Albany opened the scoring in the first inning when Ryan Ferreri delivered an RBI single, putting the pressure on the Stallions early in the game.
Stallions’ Strategic Play: The Stallions took the lead in the third inning, capitalizing on a costly error by Albany’s catcher during a double steal, allowing Tyler Bak to score. Mario Trivella followed up with an RBI single, driving in Andrew Amato, to put the Stallions ahead.
Stellar Pitching: Derek Constance of the Stallions contributed significantly with back-to-back 1-2-3 innings, effectively shutting down Albany’s lineup and maintaining the lead for Saugerties.
Additional Run: Ryan Recio extended the Stallions’ lead in the sixth inning with an RBI groundout, which provided an additional cushion and ultimately contributed to the final score before the game was called.
Key Players
Mario Trivella (Stallions): Played a crucial role with key hits and an RBI, contributing significantly to the team’s offense.
Derek Constance (Stallions): Earned the win with his outstanding pitching performance, keeping Albany hitters in check throughout his innings.
Pitching Notes
Derek Constance (Stallions): Recorded the win with excellent innings, demonstrating control and efficiency on the mound.
Justin Sargent (Albany): Took the loss, despite a solid start, his efforts were overshadowed by defensive errors and the Stallions’ aggressive base running.
Next Steps
The Stallions look forward to their next challenge against the first-place Amsterdam Mohawks at Shuttleworth Park, aiming to close the gap in the standings and continue their pursuit of the top
For more information, contact: Saugerties Stallions PR Department Email: saugathletic@gmail.com
About Saugerties Stallions: The Saugerties Stallions are a premier collegiate summer baseball team, part of the Perfect Game Collegiate Baseball League (PGCBL). Committed to excellence on and off the field, the Stallions provide top-notch entertainment and foster the development of collegiate athletes.