Avon unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They fell just short of the Zionsville Eagles by a score of 6-5 on Thursday. The Orioles have struggled against the Eagles recently, as the game was their third consecutive lost meeting.
Avon got a good showing from Isaac Kramer, who struck out six batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits (and only one walk).
On the hitting side, Clayton Lenz made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored a run and stole a base while going 3-for-3. Another player making a difference was Keegan Grubbs, who scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-3.
Coming up, Avon will face off against Homestead at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Zionsville, they will welcome Terre Haute South Vigo at 3:00 p.m. on Friday.
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