Bismarck-Henning/Rossville-Alvin extended their winning streak to three on Monday, bumping their season record up to 9-8 in the process. They walked away with a 7-3 win over the Iroquois West Raiders. That result was just more of the same for these two, as the Blue Devils also won the last time the pair played back in April of 2024.
CRUZ DUBOIS
| 04/28/25 @ Iroquois West | 4 |
| 03/22/25 vs Carmi-White County | 4 |
| 04/21/25 vs Georgetown-Ridge Farm/Chrisman | 3 |
| 04/03/25 @ Fisher | 3 |
| 03/18/25 vs Paxton-Buckley-Loda | 3 |
| + 8 more games |
CRUZ DUBOIS was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over 3.2 innings while giving up three earned runs off three hits (and not a single walk). He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances. He was even better at the plate, going a perfect 4-for-4 with one stolen base, one run, and one double. He is becoming a predictor of Bismarck-Henning/Rossville-Alvin's success: when he posts at least three hits the team is 4-1 (and 5-7 when he doesn't).
In other batting news, JAXEN SPICER was incredible, going 1-for-3 with one home run, two runs, and one stolen base. That's the most runs he has posted since back in March. Another player making a difference was MICAH STANFORD, who went 2-for-4 with two stolen bases, one run, and one double.
Bismarck-Henning/Rossville-Alvin kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Iroquois West only managed five hits.
As for Iroquois West, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost four of their last five contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 7-9 record this season. Their loss continues a trend for the team, making it three in a row.
On Iroquois West's side, they saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Izzy Alvarez, who went 2-for-4 with one home run and three RBI. Caleb Fauser also deserves some recognition as he hit his first double of the season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Bismarck-Henning/Rossville-Alvin will take on Prairie Central at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Blue Devils are facing the Hawks at the right time seeing as the Hawks are stuck on a four-game losing streak. As for Iroquois West, they will welcome Armstrong at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
