Hammond Academy of Science & Tech was the 4-3 winner over Heritage Christian when they last played one another back in April, but their luck changed this time around. The Hammond Academy of Science & Tech Hawks lost 9-3 to the Heritage Christian Defenders on Wednesday. Hammond Academy of Science & Tech has now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Austin McKimmy was huge while hitting and pitching even without the win. On the mound, he tossed four innings while giving up just two earned (and three unearned) runs off three hits. McKimmy has been consistent recently: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in four consecutive pitching appearances. McKimmy was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in four of his five plate appearances with five stolen bases.
In other batting news, Cesar Lagunas was cooking despite his team's loss, going 1-for-2 with four stolen bases.
Hammond Academy of Science & Tech's defeat dropped their record down to 6-5. As for Heritage Christian, their win (their first of the season) made their record 1-3.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Hammond Academy of Science & Tech will take on Bowman Academy at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. Hammond Academy of Science & Tech is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7.5 runs per game this season. As for Heritage Christian, they will play host again on Friday to welcome Calumet Christian, where first pitch is scheduled at 4:30 p.m. Calumet Christian is coming into the contest with seven straight losses on the road, meaning Heritage Christian will have to defend against a squad hungry for a victory.
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