Cavaliers
| 05/02/25 vs Vandalia | 8 |
| 04/28/25 @ Litchfield | 5 |
| 04/17/25 @ Gillespie | 4 |
| 04/15/25 vs Litchfield | 4 |
| 04/09/25 @ Bunker Hill | 4 |
Carlinville had lost three games at home, but after bumping their record up to 4-12 on Friday that streak is in the rearview. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Vandalia Vandals, sneaking past 8-6. The Cavaliers' hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Noah Convery made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he didn't allow a single earned run while striking out seven over 5.2 innings pitched. He also tossed no earned runs, which is notable because Carlinville is 2-1 when he allows at most two earned runs, but 2-11 otherwise. Convery was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with one home run, three RBI, and one double. Those three RBI gave him a new career-high.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Aiden Wagner, who got on base in all four of his plate appearances with two runs and one double. That's the most runs he has posted since back in May of 2024. Another player making a difference was Blake Killam, who went 2-for-3 with one run and one double.
Carlinville always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .528. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
As for Vandalia, their defeat was their seventh straight on the road, which dropped their record down to 7-12. Give some credit to the fans of both teams: the last four times they've met, the home team has come away the winner.
On Vandalia's side, Andrew Casey was cooking despite his team's loss, going 3-for-4 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. Chase Cearlock was another key player, going 3-for-4 with one RBI.
Looking ahead, Carlinville will venture away from home to challenge Greenville at 4:45 p.m. on Monday. The Comets will roll in looking for their sixth straight victory, something the Cavaliers surely won't give up without a fight. As for Vandalia, they will welcome Wesclin at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday.
