In what's become a running theme this season, Kearney gave their fans yet another huge victory on Wednesday. They were the clear victor by a 12-2 margin over the Lincoln Northwest Falcons. With that win, Kearney brought their scoring average up to 6.2 runs per game.
Jake Hansen spent all six innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered just two earned runs on four hits.
At the plate, Kole Throckmorton was incredible, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with four RBI, a triple, and a run. Another player making a difference was Karter Lee, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-3.
Kearney's victory was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 14-11. As for Lincoln Northwest, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 5-14.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Kearney will face off against Hastings at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. Kearney is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 6.2 runs per game this season. As for Lincoln Northwest, they will head out on the road to take on Elkhorn North on Friday. Elkhorn North will roll in looking for their ninth straight win, something Lincoln Northwest surely won't give up without a fight.
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