Kent-Meridian extended their losing streak to six on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 3-15 in the process. They lost 15-0 to the White River Hornets. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Hornets this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 12-0 on Wednesday.
As for White River, the win (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 9-10. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won eight contests by seven runs or more this season.
For White River's part, Kolton Jensen made a splash no matter where he played. He tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. Jensen also tossed no earned runs, which is notable because White River is 6-3 when he allows at most two earned runs, but 3-7 otherwise. Jensen was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with one stolen base.
In other batting news, Alex Kelley was a standout: he got on base in four of his five plate appearances with two runs and one RBI. He is becoming a predictor of White River's success: when he posts at least two runs the team is undefeated (and 5-10 when he doesn't). Lucas Brazier was another key player, going 1-for-3 with three RBI, one stolen base, and one run.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Kent-Meridian will take on Decatur at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. The Royals' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Golden Gators have averaged an impressive 7 runs per game this season. As for White River, they will challenge Kentlake at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. The Hornets' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Falcons have averaged an impressive 8.1 runs per game this season.
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