Roncalli hadn't done well against Manitowoc Lutheran recently (they were 2-7 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Saturday. The Jets came out on top against the Lancers by a score of 8-3. This was payback for the Jets, who suffered a 10-0 loss the last time these two teams met.
Landon Chalupny
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Landon Chalupny made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing seven innings while giving up three earned runs off nine hits. He also tossed no walks, which is notable because Roncalli is undefeated when he allows at most two walks, but 3-4 otherwise. Chalupny was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with two stolen bases, two runs, and one double.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Hayden Dewane, who went 2-for-3 with three stolen bases, one triple, and two RBI. That triple was his first of the season. Another player making a difference was Sawyer Van Drisse, who got on base in all three of his plate appearances with five stolen bases and one run.
Roncalli is on a roll lately: they've won three of their last four matches. That's provided a nice bump to their 6-4 record this season. Those wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 6.8 runs over those games. As for Manitowoc Lutheran, they now have a losing record of 3-4.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Roncalli will host Two Rivers at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Manitowoc Lutheran, they will be playing at home against Hilbert at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. The Lancers are facing the Wolves at the right time seeing as the Wolves are stuck on a five-game losing streak.
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