Simeon was not able to break out of their rough patch on Saturday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They lost 14-7 to the Jones Eagles. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Simeon of the 16-15 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture last Wednesday.
Chris Boykin was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring two runs while going 2-for-4. Cavion Danley was another key contributor, going 2-for-4 with two RBI.
On Jones' side, Renzo Sansonetti was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over five innings while giving up just two earned runs off five hits. Sansonetti was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in three of his five plate appearances.
In other pitching news, Michael Hattel looked comfortable as he tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits.
Back at the plate, Brennen Jones was a standout: he scored two runs and stole three bases while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances. He hasn't dropped below two stolen bases for three straight games. Another player making a difference was Ellis Alexander, who scored two runs while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances.
Simeon now has a losing record at 10-11-1. As for Jones, they are on a roll lately: they've won three of their last four matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 14-9-1 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Simeon will take on Morgan Park at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Simeon is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7.9 runs per game this season. As for Jones, they will be playing at home against Lindblom at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Jones is facing Lindblom at the right time seeing as Lindblom is stuck on a three-game losing streak.
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