Coldwater and Union City Split Non-Conference Baseball Clash
In a thrilling non-conference baseball clash between the Coldwater Cardinals and the Union City Chargers, fans were treated to two exciting games that ended in a split decision.
Game one was all Coldwater, as they dominated from the start, scoring early and often to secure a commanding 19-3 victory. The Cardinals took advantage of Union City errors and out hit them 8-3. Matthew Nichols led the charge for Coldwater, scoring on a play at the plate while Landon Auble earned the win on the mound.
On the other side, Union City struggled to keep up, with Alex Boyer taking the loss after giving up 16 runs in just two innings and a third pitched. Despite the loss, Owen Jackson stood out for the Chargers with a double.
Game two was a different story, as Union City fought back from a 5-4 deficit to secure a dramatic walk-off win with a final score of 6-5. The Chargers scored two runs in the bottom of the seventh inning to seal the victory, with Tucker Zweng earning the win on the mound.
Brady Massey was a standout performer for Coldwater in game two, going 3 for 4 with three singles, four RBIs, and a run scored. However, it wasn’t enough to overcome Union City’s late-game heroics.
Overall, it was a thrilling series between two talented teams, with each showcasing their strengths and leaving fans on the edge of their seats. The split decision sets the stage for future matchups between these fierce rivals.