Larkin had lost four straight on the road, but on Wednesday they dropped down to 8-13 to make it five. They lost 15-0 to the Glenbard East Rams. The Royals were not able to make up for their defeat to the Rams from their previous meeting back in May of 2025.
As for Glenbard East, they are on a roll lately: they've won four of their last five games. That's provided a nice bump to their 16-10-1 record this season. Considering they have won 11 matchups by more than six runs this season, Wednesday's blowout was nothing new.
For Glenbard East's part, Tyler Hampton and Lucas Calderin made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, Hampton pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. Meanwhile, Calderin pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in nine consecutive appearances. At bat, Hampton went a perfect 3-for-3 with five RBI, one run, and one double, while Calderin got on base in three of his four plate appearances with two runs and one stolen base. That's the most hits Hampton has posted since back in March.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Jackson Turco, who went 2-for-3 with three stolen bases, three runs, and three RBI. That's the most runs he has posted since back in April. The team also got some help courtesy of Collin LaCount, who got on base in three of his four plate appearances with three stolen bases and two runs.
Looking ahead, Larkin will square off against West Chicago at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Glenbard East, they will welcome Aurora East at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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