Recap: Zion-Benton Zee-Bees vs. Wheeling Wildcats
Zion-Benton had to endure a four-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. They blew past the Wheeling Wildcats 15-2. With that victory, Zion-Benton brought their scoring average up to 6.5 runs per game.
Michael Gonzalez looked comfortable as he pitched 1.2 innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (he also didn't allow any walks).
At the plate, Dominik Leith was a standout: he scored three runs while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. Alex Orozco was another key contributor, scoring three runs while going 2-for-2.
Zion-Benton made their fans wait, but they earned their first win of the season to make their record 1-3. As for Wheeling, they now have a losing record at 1-2.
Zion-Benton will head out on the road to square off against Harvard at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Wheeling, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Elmwood Park at 4:45 p.m. on Monday.
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