Elkhorn North and Lincoln East pushed the score to 21-10 the last time they played Lincoln East, but on Tuesday defenses reigned supreme. Elkhorn North fell just short of Lincoln East by a score of 3-1. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest loss Elkhorn North has suffered since May 13, 2024.
Sam Hunsberger was a force to be reckoned with on the mound despite the final result: he struck out six batters over five innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits.
Elkhorn North is on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 6-4. As for Lincoln East, their victory was their 23rd straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 11-1.
We've got plenty of inter-district action coming up soon. Elkhorn North is set to take on their familiar foe Fremont at 12:30 p.m. on Thursday. Meanwhile, Lincoln East will challenge rival Millard South at 11:30 a.m. on Friday. The two teams have allowed few runs on average (the Spartans 2.7, the Patriots 2.5) so any runs scored will be well earned.
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