It was a good run, but Elkhorn South unfortunately witnessed the end of their six-game winning streak on Saturday. They took a 7-4 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Grand Island Islanders. Elkhorn South was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Grand Island apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in April of 2023.
Elkhorn South got a good showing from Dylan Kingston, who tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits.
On the hitting side, Brooks Berliner made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-3. Another player making a difference was Luke Hoskinson, who scored a run and stole two bases while going 1-for-2.
On Grand Island's side, Dyllan Hinrichs tossed a big game, tossing six innings while giving up four earned runs off six hits (he also only allowed one walk). Gabe Ruiz came in to relieve Hinrichs and was airtight, giving up no runs, hits or walks in his one inning pitched.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Ethan Foley, who scored two runs while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
Elkhorn South's loss ended a ten-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 6-3. As for Grand Island, they are on a roll lately: they've won five of their last six matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 6-2 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Elkhorn South will take on Millard North at TBD on Monday. Elkhorn South is facing Millard North at the right time seeing as Millard North is stuck on a four-game losing streak. As for Grand Island, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Norfolk at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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