Location: Alex T. Duffy Fairgrounds Stadium
Date: July 6, 2024
Start Time: 6:00 PM

Game Summary
In a closely contested matchup, the Watertown Rapids edged out the Saugerties Stallions with a 5-4 victory. The game saw several shifts in momentum, with Watertown overcoming an early deficit to secure the win in the later innings.

Game Highlights

Top of the 3rd: The Stallions started the scoring with two runs. Jarrett May walked and advanced to third on singles by Rich Rodriguez and Tyler Bak. Mario Trivella then walked to load the bases, allowing May to score on a walk and Rodriguez on a sacrifice fly by Andrew Amato.

Bottom of the 4th: Watertown responded in the fourth inning. After a walk and an error placed runners on base, Ryan Kramer capitalized with a three-run homer, swinging the lead to Watertown.

Bottom of the 5th: The Rapids extended their lead with two more runs. Sam Meyer doubled to drive in Mason Collins, and Jeph Hadson-Taylor’s single brought Meyer home, making it 5-2.

Top of the 6th: The Stallions chipped away at the deficit when Ryan Recio scored on a sacrifice fly by Rich Rodriguez following his leadoff single and advancement on a walk and a groundout.

Top of the 9th: In a final attempt to rally, the Stallions scored once more when Tyler Bak reached on an error and scored on Andrew Amato’s single. However, the game ended with Josh Blackmore lining out, stranding the potential tying run.

Key Players

Ryan Kramer (Watertown Rapids): Delivered a critical three-run homer that shifted the game’s momentum.
Andrew Amato (Saugerties Stallions): Contributed with key RBIs, including the last-ditch effort in the ninth inning.
Rich Rodriguez (Saugerties Stallions): Drove in a crucial run and kept innings alive with his hitting.

Pitching Highlights

Winning Pitcher: Greg Sherokow – Managed to hold off the Stallions in the final innings despite their rally.
Losing Pitcher: Derek Constance – Gave up the go-ahead runs in the fourth, which set the stage for the Rapids’ victory.

This was a tough loss for the Stallions, who had multiple opportunities to capitalize but fell just short. The Rapids’ timely hitting and effective relief pitching were enough to secure the narrow victory. The Stallions will look to regroup and address their shortcomings in their next matchup on Monday, July 8th, against their rivals, the first place Amsterdam Mohawks.

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.