Pioneers
| 04/25/26 vs Williamsville | 8-2 |
| 04/25/26 @ Bloomington Central Catholic | 13-2 |
| 04/22/26 vs Lanphier | 13-1 |
| 04/21/26 vs Lincoln | 7-0 |
| 04/20/26 vs Seneca | 15-0 |
Normal University came tearing into Saturday's matchup with four straight wins (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 11.3 runs), and they left with even more momentum. They put the hurt on the Williamsville Bullets with a sharp 8-2 victory. That's more bragging rights for the Pioneers, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Colton Carpenter spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered only one earned (and one unearned) run on five hits. He has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two walks in seven consecutive appearances.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Cole Brent, who went 2-for-5 with two runs, one triple, and two RBI. Parker Roop was another key player, going 3-for-5 with three RBI.
Normal University was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .375. That was just more of the same: they've now posted a batting average of .316 or higher in seven consecutive contests.
Normal University's record is now 20-2. As for Williamsville, they have been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 11-10 record this season.
Normal University wasted no time getting back out on the field and has already played their next matchup, a 4-0 defeat against Sacred Heart-Griffin on the 28th. As for Williamsville, they have also already played their next contest, a 4-2 win against Bloomington Central Catholic on the 25th.
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