After a string of nine wins, Father McGivney Catholic's good fortune finally ran out on Wednesday. They lost 11-5 to the Belleville West Maroons. Father McGivney Catholic was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Belleville West apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in May of 2023.
Father McGivney Catholic got a good showing from David Carroll, who pitched an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits.
On the hitting side, Drew Kleinheider was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-4. He hasn't dropped below two stolen bases for four straight games. Another player making a difference was Benjamin Sink, who scored a run while going 2-for-3.
Even though they lost, Father McGivney Catholic was hitting in the alleys and finished the game with five doubles. That's the most doubles they've managed all season.
On Belleville West's side, Ethan Hofmeister was excellent, going 2-for-4 with four RBI and two doubles. The team also got some help courtesy of Jake Stedman, who scored a run and stole a base while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
Father McGivney Catholic's loss ended a 12-game streak of away wins dating back to last season and brought them to 23-3. As for Belleville West, their victory bumped their record up to 14-9.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Father McGivney Catholic will take on St. Anthony at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Father McGivney Catholic will be looking to keep their 21-game home win streak dating back to last season alive. Belleville West will take on Edwardsville at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Both teams will come into the matchup having just posted big wins, so someone is set to suffer a big change in fortunes.
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