Bothasig Knights Dominate Bellville Tygers in CTBF Major League mid season clash

Cape Town, Nov. 30, 2024 — In the 2024/5 Cape Town Baseball Federation Major League season the Bothasig Knights outplayed the Bellville Tygers, securing a commanding 12-4 victory at home in front of a crowd of 300.

Game Overview

The Knights came out swinging, tallying runs in five of nine innings, highlighted by a five-run offensive explosion in the six inning. Key contributors for Bothasig included first baseman B Smith, who went 3-for-4 with a home run, a double, two RBIs, and three runs scored, and catcher D Feldtman, whose three-run homer in the fifth inning broke the game wide open.

The Tygers managed to stay within striking distance early, with a two-run first inning fueled by outfielder C Eksteen drawing one of his three walks, and K Ettisch driving in two with a single. However, they failed to keep up with Bothasig’s relentless offense.

Pitching Highlights

Knights pitcher D Jacobs started, tossing four innings, allowing three runs (two earned) on three hits while striking out four. J Elario closed out the final five innings in dominant fashion, giving up one run on five hits and striking out seven to earn the win.

For the Tygers, K Townend took the loss after surrendering four runs in four innings. Reliever B McCleland struggled to contain the Knights’ bats in the fifth inning, allowing five runs on two hits and three walks.

Play-by-Play Breakdown

• 1st Inning: Bothasig Knights struck early with a two-run first inning featuring a sac fly by T Smith. The Tygers responded with two runs of their own to tie the game.
• 5th Inning: A rally led by a home run from D Feldtman, coupled with RBIs from Carelse J and Smith B, put the Knights ahead 8-3.
• 9th Inning: The Knights added insurance runs, extending their lead to 12-4, with Stopforth J stealing two bases in the process.

Statistical Standouts

Knights:

• B. Smith: 3-for-4, HR, 2B, 2 RBIs, 3 R
• D. Feldtman: 2-for-4, HR, 3 RBIs, 1 R

Tygers:

• T. Milne: 2-for-4, 2B, 1 BB, 2 R
• K. Ettisch: 1-for-4, 2 RBIs

Situational Stats

• Bothasig Knights:
  • RISP: 5-for-12
  • LOB: 7
• Bellville Tygers:
  • RISP: 2-for-9
  • LOB: 9

Game Notes

• Defensive Plays: The Knights turned a critical double play in the fourth inning to stifle a Tygers rally.
• Errors: Both teams committed one error, with Bothasig’s error coming from second baseman M Diedericks, while the Tygers’ Milne T had a throwing miscue.

Up Next

Bothasig Knights (9-2) will look to maintain their momentum as they take on the Thistle next week. Meanwhile, the Bellville Tygers (7-4) aim to regroup against the Athlone in their next matchup.

Line Score

Bothasig Knights: 2 1 0 | 0 6 0 | 3 0 0 – 12 9 1
Bellville Tygers: 2 0 0 | 1 0 0 | 1 0 0 – 4 8 1