Columbia's hitters rose to the challenge against a Cougars pitching crew that boasted an average of only 4.03 runs allowed on Tuesday. The Columbia Eagles came out on top against the Breese Central Cougars by a score of 10-5. That's more bragging rights for Columbia, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
For Breese Central's part, Benny Lehman and Jonathan Husmann stepped up to the plate in a big way. Lehman scored a run while going 2-for-4, while Husmann went 2-for-4 with two doubles and two RBI.
Even though they lost, Breese Central was hitting in the alleys and finished the game with five doubles. That's the most doubles they've managed all season.
Columbia has been performing incredibly well recently as they've won ten of their last 11 games, which provided a nice bump to their 21-5 record this season. As for Breese Central, their loss dropped their record down to 19-10.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Columbia will take on Edwardsville at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The pair have allowed few runs on average, (Edwardsville: 3.7, Columbia: 2.7) so any runs scored will be well earned. As for Breese Central, they will be playing at home against North Clay/Clay City at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. North Clay/Clay City will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something Breese Central surely won't give up without a fight.
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