Jeffersonville had lost five straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Friday they dropped their record down to 5-5 to make it six. They lost 9-2 to the Bedford North Lawrence Stars. The Red Devils were not able to make up for their defeat to the Stars from their previous meeting back in May of 2024.
Jeffersonville saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Cash Waters, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with two RBI.
As for Bedford North Lawrence, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 7-3. Considering they have won five matches by more than six runs this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.
On Bedford North Lawrence's side, Lucas Ira made a splash no matter where he played. He pitched 5.2 innings while giving up just two earned runs off four hits. Ira has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with two RBI, one run, and one double.
In other batting news, Cam Gates was excellent, going 2-for-4 with two runs and one RBI. Jackson Jones was another key player, going 1-for-2 with one run and one double.
Coming up, Jeffersonville will take on North Oldham at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday. The Red Devils are facing the Mustangs at the right time seeing as the Mustangs are stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for Bedford North Lawrence, they will head out to face off against Washington at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday.
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