Southwestern and Greenfield/Northwestern pushed the score to 17-2 the last time they played Greenfield/Northwestern, but on Monday defenses reigned supreme. The Piasa Birds fell 4-0 to the Tigers. The Piasa Birds were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Tigers earlier this season, when they won 17-2.
Ben Biciocchi spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered just two earned (and two unearned) runs on seven hits and racked up ten Ks.
Southwestern has been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 8-16 record this season. As for Greenfield/Northwestern, the win got them back to even at 11-11.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Southwestern will venture away from home to face off against Vandalia at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Vandals will aim to continue their three-game streak of scoring more runs each match than the last. As for Greenfield/Northwestern, they will head out on the road to take on Carrollton at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Tigers are facing the Hawks at the right time seeing as the Hawks are stuck on a five-game losing streak.
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