Sheboygan North couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They fell 12-7 to the Ashwaubenon Jaguars on Monday. Sheboygan North has struggled against Ashwaubenon recently, as their match on Monday was their fourth consecutive lost matchup.
For Ashwaubenon's part, Eason Hurd and Cody Monfils made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, Hurd struck out 11 batters over four innings while giving up four earned runs off five hits (and only one walk). Meanwhile, Monfils tossed an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits (he also didn't allow any walks). At bat, Hurd fired off two home runs, five RBI, and three runs while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances, while Monfils scored two runs while getting on base in three of his five plate appearances.
In other batting news, Evan Jacobs was incredible, going 2-for-4 with a triple, a stolen base, and two RBI. The team also got some help courtesy of Zak Bellile, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-4.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Sheboygan North will take on Green Bay Preble at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Ashwaubenon, they will look to defend their home field on Thursday against Manitowoc Lincoln at 4:30 p.m. Ashwaubenon will be looking to extend their current seven-game winning streak dating back to last season.
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