Libertyville scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Thursday. Everything went their way against the Mountain Pointe Pride as the Libertyville Wildcats made off with a 17-9 victory. With that win, Libertyville brought their scoring average up to 6.5 runs per game.
Stevan Gavric looked comfortable as he tossed two innings while giving up no earned run off one hit (he also only allowed one walk). He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Quinn Schambow was a standout: he went 3-for-5 with a home run, four RBI, and a double. Another player making a difference was Ryan Wilberding, who got on base in four of his six plate appearances with a home run, three runs, and two RBI.
On Mountain Pointe's side, Connor Crossland led a balanced group of hitters, scoring a run while going 3-for-4. The team also got some help courtesy of Cole Rogers, who scored two runs and stole two bases while going 2-for-4.
Even though they lost, Mountain Pointe was hitting in the alleys and finished the game with five doubles. That's the most doubles they've managed all season.
The victory made it two in a row for Libertyville and bumps their season record up to 5-2-1. As for Mountain Pointe, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost four of their last five matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 10-8 record this season.
Libertyville is on the road again on Monday to play Warren Township at 4:45 p.m. Warren Township's pitching crew has only allowed 3.7 runs per game this season, so Libertyville's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Mountain Pointe, they will play host again on Friday to welcome West Salem, where first pitch is scheduled at 12:00 p.m.
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