Freedom outpitch Paints, 2-1
by Andrew Kappes
Published on July 26, 2005 under Frontier League (FL)
Florence Y'alls
The Freedom came into last night's game looking to clinch a series victory over the Chillicothe Paints, and Florence did just that, defeating the Paints, 2-1.
Not much scoring in this one, all Freedom runs occured in the sixth, on RBI singles by Matt Singer and Brandon Cornell. Cornell finished his day 2-4 with the difference making RBI. This game was all about pitching, Mike Dennison got the nod for Florence, he went seven innings, giving up one run on nine hits, striking out four. He picked up the win, he is now 6-5 with a 3.77 ERA. Luke Palmer also pitched great for the Paints, he went five and two/thirds innings, giving up one run on three hits, striking out four. Nick Cavanaugh picked up the loss for Chillicothe. Mike Causey came in relief to get an out, and Ted Rowe closed down the game, for his ninth save of the season.
Former Paint Jamie Keefe and the rest of the Freedom bunch look for the sweep tonight in Chillicothe. Florence returns home to Champion Window Field tomorrow for a six game homestand, starting with the Windy City Thunderbolts. Here is promotional info for the Windy City series:
Wednesday, July 27 vs. Windy City ThunderBolts, 7:05pm - T & W Printing Florence Freedom Picture Pak Giveaway and Autograph Night #2. The first 1,000 fans through the gates with a paid admission will receive a packet containing pictures of 10 Florence Freedom players, coaches, trainer, mascot and/or Freedom Belles. From 6:00pm until 6:40pm the featured individuals will be available on the concourse to sign their photo. All of this is thanks to T & W Printing, the Official Printer of the Florence Freedom. This is the second of three nights. Plan to attend them all in order to collect the entire set.
Thursday, July 28 vs. Windy City ThunderBolts, 7:05pm - Thirsty Thursday $1.00 Beverage Night. Fans can enjoy a cold, frosty 12 oz. beer or ice-cold Pepsi for only $1.00 from the first to the ninth inning. In addition, all designated drivers will receive free soft drinks throughout the night.
Friday, July 29 vs. Windy City ThunderBolts, 7:05pm - *Beach Party Weekend* Pepsi-Cola Nylon Insulated Six-Pack Cooler Giveaway Night/Happy Hour from 5:30pm-6:30pm. The first 1,000 fans through the gates with a paid admission will receive a free Florence Freedom nylon-insulated six-pack cooler, perfect for keeping your favorite beverages cold on a hot day, compliments of Pepsi-Cola. In addition, the gates will open at a special time, 5:30pm, for fans to celebrate Happy Hour at the Miller Lite Beer Garden. Before the game you can listen to a live band while enjoying batting practice and your favorite ice-cold beverages and food at special discounted prices until 6:30pm.
If you have a question, suggestion, or comment, feel free to e-mail me at andrew_kappes@yahoo.com. I will be glad to get back to you.
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