Peoria Christian barely beat Stark County the last time the pair played, but that sure wasn't the case this time around. The Chargers blew past the Rebels 8-2 on Monday. The Chargers haven't had any issues with the Rebels recently, as the game was their ninth consecutive victory against them.
Gavin Walder spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered only one earned (and one unearned) run on eight hits and racked up nine Ks. He has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in five consecutive appearances.
Amarian Sidles
| 04/21/25 @ Bushnell-Prairie City | 3 |
| 04/28/25 vs Stark County | 2 |
| 04/25/25 @ Peoria Heights | 2 |
| 04/19/25 vs Cornerstone Christian | 2 |
| 03/31/25 vs Delavan | 2 |
| + 1 more games |
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Amarian Sidles, who went 3-for-4 with three RBI, two runs, and two doubles. He has become a key player for Peoria Christian: the team is 4-1 when he posts at least two runs, but 1-9 otherwise. The team also got some help courtesy of Austin Pavelka, who went 2-for-4 with two doubles, one stolen base, and one run.
Peoria Christian was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .407. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Stark County only posted a batting average of .222.
Peoria Christian's record now sits at 5-10. As for Stark County, they have been struggling recently as they've lost seven of their last eight contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 5-12 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Peoria Christian will head out to square off against Tri-Valley at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Stark County, they will venture away from home to challenge Bureau Valley at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Storm will roll in looking for their tenth straight win, something the Rebels surely won't give up without a fight.
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