Elbert had taken Calhan down for two straight games at home, but that winning streak came to an end on Monday. Elbert took a 9-4 hit to the loss column at the hands of Calhan. Elbert was not able to repeat the success they had when they faced Calhan earlier this season, when they won 6-5.
Matt Dooley made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored a run while going 2-for-4. The team also got some help courtesy of Caleb Cornell, who scored a run and stole two bases while going 2-for-4.
Elbert has traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 2-5 record this season. As for Calhan, their win ended a four-game drought on the road and puts them at 2-8-2.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Elbert will challenge Kiowa at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Bulldogs' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Indians have averaged an impressive 9 runs per game this season. As for Calhan, they will look to defend their home field on Wednesday against St. Mary's at 4:00 p.m. The timing isn't great for the Bulldogs: they have been struggling with 14 straight losses at home dating back to last season, while the Pirates have snatched up five consecutive wins on the road.
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