After losing to Goddard the last time they met, Derby decided to demonstrate that turnabout is fair play. The Derby Panthers had just enough and edged the Goddard Lions out 7-6.
Rowan Foster made a big impact no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits (he also didn't allow any walks). Foster was even better at the plate, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 3-for-3.
In other batting news, Derby let Ethan Crawford and Cooper Williams loose on the outfield. Crawford went 3-for-4 with two RBI and a double, while Williams scored a run and stole a base while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances.
Derby's victory bumped their record up to 5-1. As for Goddard, they are on a four-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-3.
The teams didn't have to wait long for a rematch: they beat Derby by a score of 10-0 later that day.
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