Baseball Recap: Columbus Christian Takes a Loss

Columbus Christian extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to four on Monday, dropping their season record down to 0-3 in the process. They lost 16-0 to the Dugger Union Bulldogs. The Crusaders were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Bulldogs apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in April of 2024.

Dugger Union's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-5-1. The high-scoring performance was a welcome turnaround for their hitters, who had struggled in the games prior.

For Dugger Union's part, Seth Fritzinger made a splash no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Fritzinger was even better at the plate, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with three stolen bases, three runs, and two RBI. Fritzinger is crushing it when it comes to stolen bases: he's snagged at least one every time he's taken the field this season.

In other batting news, Dugger Union let Luke Fritzinger and Hudson Head run wild. Fritzinger got on base in three of his four plate appearances with four stolen bases, three runs, and three RBI, while Head went a perfect 3-for-3 with three stolen bases, three RBI, and two runs. Those RBI marked the first that Head has brought in this season. Another player making a difference was Gage Felling, who went a perfect 1-for-1 with two stolen bases and two runs.

Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Columbus Christian will face off against Cannelton at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday. The Bulldogs have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 14.4 runs per game on average), something the Crusaders will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Dugger Union, they will challenge Robinson at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday.