Pius X's hitters rose to the challenge against a Monarchs pitching crew that boasted an average of only 3.67 points allowed on Saturday. The Pius X Thunderbolts skirted past the Papillion-LaVista Monarchs 11-9. The victory was familiar territory for Pius X who now have three in a row.
Drew Drake tossed a big game, striking out six batters over six innings while giving up three earned runs off seven hits (and only one walk). He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Cade Vanis was a standout: he scored three runs and stole a base while going 2-for-3. Ian Woita was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 2-for-4.
On Papillion-LaVista's side, they got a good showing from Landyn Evers, who tossed 2.2 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits.
At the plate, Tanner Apgar was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring a run while going 2-for-4. Another player making a difference was Alex Imig, who went 1-for-3 with a triple and a run.
Pius X's win was their third straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 8-12. As for Papillion-LaVista, their loss ended a three-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 14-7.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Pius X will take on Hastings at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Pius X will be hoping to continue their three-game streak of scoring more runs each match than the last. As for Papillion-LaVista, their homestand will continue as they prepare to take on Elkhorn at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. The last six games Elkhorn has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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