Tri was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They lost 17-2 to the Winchester Community Golden Falcons. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Tri of the 6-3 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2023.
Cameron Boone made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went 1-for-2 with a home run.
On Winchester Community's side, Justin Cox and Landen Porfidio were a major factor no matter where they played. On the mound, Cox pitched an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, Porfidio struck out six batters over three innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits (and only one walk). At bat, Cox scored two runs while getting on base in three of his five plate appearances, while Porfidio scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-4.
In other batting news, Winchester Community let Dravin Whitehead and Jace Allen loose on the outfield. Whitehead went 2-for-4 with two stolen bases, three runs, and four RBI, while Allen went 2-for-4 with a home run, two runs, and two RBI. Cooper Hummel was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 2-for-4.
Tri's defeat dropped their record down to 1-14. As for Winchester Community, the victory (which was their eighth in a row) raised their record to 15-5.
Tri will be playing in front of their home fans against Purdue Broad Ripple at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Purdue Broad Ripple is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 6.4 runs per game this season. As for Winchester Community, they will square off against Monroe Central at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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