Horizon was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their fourth straight loss dating back to last season. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 7-6 heartbreaker at the hands of the Denver North Vikings. The Hawks were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Vikings apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in April of 2025.
Horizon got a good showing from Tanner Whitaker, who tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. That's the first time Whitaker hasn't allowed a single earned run since back in April of 2025.
At the plate, Cooper Brennan was cooking despite his team's loss, going 3-for-4 with one home run, two runs, and two RBI.
Horizon's record is now 0-3. As for Denver North, their victory ended a five-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 2-1.
Coming up, Horizon will head out to face off against Grand Junction Central at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Denver North, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Arapahoe at 4:00 p.m. on Friday.
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