Panthers
| 05/09/26 @ Chicago Hope Academy | 8-4 |
| 05/07/26 @ Niles Notre Dame | 4-9 |
| 05/06/26 @ Whitney Young | 4-6 |
| 05/04/26 vs Whitney Young | 7-6 |
| 05/02/26 @ Niles North | 10-2 |
Von Steuben gave up the first runs on Saturday, but they didn't let that get them down. They came out on top against Chicago Hope Academy by a score of 8-4. With that win, the Panthers brought their scoring average up to 6.1 runs per game.
David Rodriguez looked comfortable as he pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than one hit in three consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Isaac Hendricks and Matteo Banuelos did most of the damage at the plate: Hendricks got on base in all four of his plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI, while Banuelos went 2-for-3 with three RBI, two runs, and one double. That's the most runs Banuelos has posted over his last 12 contests. Damian Guerrero was another key player, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with two runs and one stolen base.
Von Steuben's victory bumped their record up to 15-12-1. As for Chicago Hope Academy, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost nine of their last 11 matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 13-11 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Von Steuben will have some time to savor their win since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on St. Patrick at 4:30 p.m. on the 20th. As for Chicago Hope Academy, they will be playing at home against Marian Central Catholic at 4:45 p.m. on Monday.
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