Junior Kevin Clifford pitched 3 2/3 innings to get the win. Clifford allowed four runs on four hits, four walks, and struck out one. Dustin Peck pitched 2 2/3 innings allowing one run on one hit while striking out three and Zack Sweet got the save recording the final two outs for the War Eagles (1-0, 1-0 in region).
Spencer Gruenenfelder had two hits, scored twice, stole one base and knocked in one run for Chestatee. Matt Miller had two hits, Brantley Beck had one hit with three RBI, Scott Chewning and Alex Moore each had one hit, and Ryan Avery had one hit, one RBI and scored two runs for the War Eagles.
Jessie Cantrell took the loss for Pickens (0-1, 0-1) allowing six runs on six hits and three walks in three innings. John Stallard pitched well in relief for the Dragons allowing just two hits, no runs, and striking out six in three innings.
Dylan Ellis had three hits and two RBI to lead the Pickens offense.
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