After five games on the road, Skutt Catholic is heading back home. They will take on the Millard West Wildcats at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Skutt Catholic will be hoping to continue their four-game streak of scoring more runs each match than the last.
Last Saturday, Skutt Catholic got the win against South Sioux City by a conclusive 13-4.
Bubba Day tossed a big game, striking out seven batters over five innings while giving up three earned runs off four hits.
On the hitting side, Gage Guenther was a standout: he went 3-for-4 with five RBI, a run, and a double. Another player making a difference was Luke Van Dyke, who scored three runs and stole a base while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances.
Meanwhile, Millard West stacked a 12th blowout win onto their ever-increasing hoard on Saturday. They were the clear victor by a 14-5 margin over Omaha Westside. The victory made it back-to-back wins for Millard West.
Millard West also got a great performance from Jackson Williams as he didn't allow a single earned run while striking out six over five innings pitched.
At the plate, Josh Mulligan was a standout: he scored three runs and stole two bases while going 3-for-4. Jake Blackman was another key contributor, going 2-for-3 with four RBI, a triple, and a run.
Skutt Catholic's victory bumped their record up to 12-8. As for Millard West, their win bumped their record up to 23-4.
The batters for both teams will have to hit smart on Monday as both have some strikeout artists on the roster. Skutt Catholic has been retiring batters left and right this season, having averaged 8.2 strikeouts per game. However, it's not like Millard West struggles in that department as they've been averaging 7.1. Considering how easily both teams rack up Ks, the hitters on both teams better bring their A-game into this one.
Skutt Catholic might still be hurting after the 13-4 defeat they got from Millard West when the teams last played back in March of 2023. Will Skutt Catholic have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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