Hammond Central was the 19-8 winner over Hammond Academy of Science & Tech when they last played one another back in May of 2023, but their luck changed this time around. The Hammond Central Wolves took a 7-2 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Hammond Academy of Science & Tech Hawks on Saturday. Hammond Central has now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Juan Magallanes was huge no matter where he played even without the win. On the mound, he struck out seven batters over 5.1 innings while giving up three earned (and two unearned) runs off only two hits. Magallanes was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with a stolen base and two RBI.
On Hammond Academy of Science & Tech's side, their win was truly a team effort as seven different players contributed at least one hit. One of them was Andrew Concepcion, who scored a run while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances. Diego Patino was another key contributor, going 1-for-3 with three RBI and a double.
Hammond Central's loss dropped their record down to 6-15. As for Hammond Academy of Science & Tech, their victory bumped their record up to 7-5.
Hammond Central will head out on the road to challenge Hammond Bishop Noll at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. Hammond Central has given up an average of 9 runs per game this season, so hopefully the team got some pitching drills in this week. As for Hammond Academy of Science & Tech, they will be playing in front of their home fans against East Chicago Central at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. Hammond Academy of Science & Tech is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7.5 runs per game this season.
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