It may have taken eight innings to finish the job, but Ballard ultimately got the result they hoped for on Friday. They came out on top against the Roosevelt Roughriders by a score of 8-5. The home team had taken home the W every time these teams have met since June 7, 2021, but that streak is no more.
Truitt Madonna was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching three innings while giving up just two earned runs off two hits. Madonna was also solid in the batter's box, scoring three runs while going 2-for-4. He also hit a double, marking his first of the season.
Brady Miailovich
| 04/11/25 @ Roosevelt | 5 |
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In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Brady Miailovich, who went 3-for-5 with two stolen bases, five RBI, and two runs. Those five RBI gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Dylan Wallblom, who scored a run while going 3-for-4.
Ballard kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
Ballard's win bumped their record up to 9-3. As for Roosevelt, they dropped their record down to 4-6 with the defeat, which was their third straight at home.
Coming up, Ballard will face off against Bishop Blanchet at 3:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Roosevelt, they will take on Lincoln at 3:30 p.m. on Monday.
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