Champion had to endure a five-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They won by a run and slipped past the Girard Indians 2-1. That result was just more of the same for these two, as Champion also won the last time the pair played back in May of 2021.
Carson Fife and Dylan Howell were a major factor no matter where they played. Throwing, Fife tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs off three hits. Meanwhile, Howell didn't allow a single earned run over four innings pitched. At bat, Fife went 2-for-3 with a stolen base, while Howell scored a run and stole a base while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances.
On Girard's side, Jaden Royal spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered just two earned runs on nine hits. Royal has been consistent recently: he hasn't pitched less than six innings in three consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Will Hynes made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored a run while going 4-for-4.
Champion's victory bumped their record up to 9-10. As for Girard, their loss dropped their record down to 12-11.
Champion will be playing in front of their home fans against Field at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. Field will roll in looking for their seventh straight win, something Champion surely won't give up without a fight. As for Girard, they will head out on the road to face off against LaBrae at 5:00 p.m. on Friday.
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