Hebron and Hammond Morton are an even 3-3 against one another since May of 2017, but likely not for long. The Hawks will be playing at home against the Governors at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. Hebron is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 6.7 runs per game this season.
While Hebron's win against South Newton wasn't quite the blowout it was the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. The Hawks sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 7-6 victory over the Rebels on Saturday. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Hawks.
Camden Mulhern
| 05/10/25 vs South Newton | 5 |
| 05/05/25 vs Kouts | 2 |
| 04/30/25 @ Marquette Catholic | 2 |
| 05/04/24 @ Argos | 2 |
| 04/14/25 @ Hammond Academy of Science & Tech | 1 |
Camden Mulhern looked comfortable as he pitched 3.1 innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits. The dominant performance also gave him a new career-high in strikeouts (five).
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Owen Walstra, who got on base in all four of his plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and one double. Pete Socci was another key player, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with one run.
Hebron always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .516. They are a perfect 6-0 when they post an OBP of .513 or better.
Meanwhile, Hammond Morton got the win against Whiting on Thursday by a conclusive 17-4. The result was nothing new for the Governors, who have now won six matchups by ten runs or more so far this season.
David Shreve and Marcellous McQuay did most of the damage at the plate: Shreve went a perfect 3-for-3 with three RBI, two runs, and one stolen base, while McQuay went 3-for-5 with three stolen bases, two runs, and two RBI. McQuay has become a key player for Hammond Morton: the team is 4-2 when he posts at least two stolen bases, but 4-9 otherwise. Another player making a difference was Jake Rodriguez, who got on base in two of his four plate appearances with two stolen bases, three runs, and two RBI.
Hammond Morton has been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four games. That's provided a nice bump to their 8-11 record this season. As for Hebron, their win bumped their record up to 12-8-1.
Monday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Hebron has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .433. However, it's not like Hammond Morton struggles in that department as they've averaged .474. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Hebron couldn't quite get it done against Hammond Morton in their previous matchup back in May of 2024 as they fell 9-5. Will the Hawks have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other baseball content.
