Rantoul is 0-6 against Mattoon since April of 2017 but things could change on Thursday. The Eagles will be playing at home against the Greenwave at 4:30 p.m. Both come into the game bolstered by wins in their previous matches.
Having struggled with six losses in a row, Rantoul turned things around against Gibson City-Melvin-Sibley on Tuesday. They were the clear victors by a 9-2 margin over the Falcons. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest victory the Eagles have posted against the Falcons since April 26, 2017.
Carson Lykins
| 05/12/26 vs Gibson City-Melvin-Sibley | 4 |
| 04/11/26 @ MacArthur | 3 |
| 04/25/26 vs Urbana | 2 |
| 04/20/26 vs Bloomington Central Catholic | 2 |
| 04/18/26 vs Calumet Christian | 2 |
Carson Lykins was incredible, going 2-for-3 with one home run, four RBI, and one triple. Those four RBI gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Levi Duitsman, who got on base in three of his four plate appearances with two stolen bases, three runs, and one RBI.
Mattoon came out on top against Robinson on Wednesday thanks in part to the team's impressive six-run first inning. The Greenwave skirted past the Maroons 8-6. The win continues a trend for the Greenwave in their matchups with the Maroons: they've now won three in a row.
The team relied heavily on Derek Sharp, who got on base in all four of his plate appearances with one home run and three RBI. Max Wetzel was another key player, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with one run.
Rantoul now has a winning record of 14-13. As for Mattoon, their victory bumped their record up to 5-20.
Rantoul might still be hurting after the 12-5 defeat they got from Mattoon in their previous matchup back in May of 2025. Will the Eagles have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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