Conant extended their losing streak to four on Friday, dropping their season record down to 12-18-1 in the process. They came up short against the Buffalo Grove Bison, falling 10-4. The Cougars were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Bison apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in May of 2024.
Jacob Szpiganowicz
| 03/21/25 vs Addison Trail | 4 |
| 05/16/25 vs Buffalo Grove | 3 |
| 04/28/25 @ Schaumburg | 3 |
| 04/03/25 vs Maine West | 3 |
| 05/07/25 @ Hoffman Estates | 2 |
| + 7 more games |
Jacob Szpiganowicz made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-3 with one home run and three RBI. Conant is 3-1 when Szpiganowicz posts three or more RBI, but 9-17-1 otherwise. The team also got some help courtesy of Arjun Patel, who got on base in all three of his plate appearances with two runs and one stolen base.
As for Buffalo Grove, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 9-21-2. They not only won on Friday, but they posted their biggest win since April 26th (when they won 12-6).
On Buffalo Grove's side, Griffin Kelly made a splash while hitting and pitching. He struck out seven batters over five innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off four hits (and only one walk). Kelly has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks in nine consecutive appearances. He was also stellar in the batter's box, going a perfect 3-for-3 with two RBI, one run, and one double. That's the most hits he has posted since back in March.
In other batting news, Drew Carrison was incredible, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with three RBI, two runs, and one double. That's the most runs he has posted since back in April. Another player making a difference was Jordan Dudek, who went 1-for-2 with two runs, one stolen base, and one double.
Coming up, Conant is taking a road trip to square off against Wheeling at 4:45 p.m. on Monday. As for Buffalo Grove, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Fremd at 4:45 p.m. on Monday.
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