Racine Park had lost 26 straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Thursday they dropped their record down to 2-23 to make it 27. They came up short against the Indian Trail Hawks, falling 20-0. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Hawks this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 6-4 on Tuesday.
As for Indian Trail, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 15-11. That looming 20-0 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for them yet this season.
For Indian Trail's part, Jack Zeller made a big impact no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, keeping things locked down with no earned runs or hits over four innings pitched. Zeller has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in seven consecutive appearances. He was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in all five of his plate appearances with two stolen bases, three runs, and two RBI. What's more, he posted two hits, the most he's had over his last eight contests.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Connor Shada, who got on base in four of his five plate appearances with three stolen bases, three runs, and one double. That's the most runs he has posted since back in April. Talynn Ade was another key player, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with three RBI, one stolen base, and one run.
Racine Park does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Indian Trail, they will take on Westosha Central at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
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