If Durand/Pecatonica was feeling good off their 13-4 takedown of West Carroll last Monday, their most recent game may have dampened their spirits a bit. The Durand/Pecatonica Rivermen fell just short of the Dakota Indians by a score of 2-1 on Wednesday. Durand/Pecatonica was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Dakota apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in April.
For Dakota's part, Brody Keeney spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered only one earned run on three hits and racked up 12 Ks. Keeney has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't pitched less than five innings in five consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Brayden Larson, who scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-2.
Durand/Pecatonica has been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 11-8 record this season. As for Dakota, they have been performing well recently as they've won six of their last eight matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 10-12 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Durand/Pecatonica will take on Orangeville/Aquin Catholic at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Orangeville/Aquin Catholic is coming into the contest with six straight defeats on the road, meaning Durand/Pecatonica will have to defend against a team hungry for a win. As for Dakota, they will play host again on Thursday to welcome Marquette, where first pitch is scheduled at 4:30 p.m. The last three games Dakota has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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