Jayhawk Linn extended their losing streak to six on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 2-14-2 in the process. They came up short against the Crest Lancers, falling 18-2. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Lancers this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 24-5 on Thursday.
As for Crest, the win was the fourth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 13-3. The result was nothing new for the Lancers, who have now won 13 matches by ten runs or more so far this season.
For Crest's part, Will Disbrow made a splash while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing three innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off two hits. Disbrow was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with two RBI and one run.
In other batting news, Kade Nilges was a standout: he went 2-for-3 with four RBI, two runs, and one triple. He has been hot recently, having posted four or more RBI the last three times he's played. Henry White was another key player, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with four runs, two stolen bases, and two RBI.
We've got plenty of inter-district action coming up soon. Jayhawk Linn will square off against rival Yates Center on Thursday. Meanwhile, Crest is set to take on their familiar foe Central Heights at 3:30 p.m. on Monday.
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