Port Byron never let their opponents score on Saturday. They put the hurt on the Brookfield Central Beavers with a sharp 11-0 victory. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Panthers.

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Connor Usowski made a big impact no matter where he played. He didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only one hit while striking out eight over four innings pitched. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than one hit any time he's pitched this season. He was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances.
In other pitching news, Jacob Fronce looked comfortable as he pitched one inning while giving up no earned runs off one hit. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than one hit any time he's pitched this season.
Back at the plate, Sawyer Rooker was incredible, going 3-for-4 with four RBI, one triple, and one run. The team also got some help courtesy of Nathan Usowski, who scored two runs and stole two bases while going 2-for-4.
Port Byron now has a winning record of 2-1. As for Brookfield Central, their loss dropped their record down to 0-2.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Port Byron will face off against Central at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Brookfield Central, they are headed away from home for the first time to challenge McGraw at 5:00 p.m. on Monday.
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