Crestview extended their losing streak to four on Monday, dropping them down to 12-8. They lost 13-3 to the Newton Falls Tigers. The Rebels were not able to make up for their defeat to the Tigers from their previous meeting back in May of 2025.
As for Newton Falls, they have been performing well recently as they've won six of their last eight matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 8-9 record this season. Those victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 6.6 runs over those games.
For Newton Falls' part, LeLand Vargo was a major factor no matter where he played. He tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Vargo has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in six consecutive appearances. He was even better at the plate, going 3-for-4 with one home run, three stolen bases, and two runs. He has become a key player for Newton Falls: the team is 4-2 when he posts at least two runs, but 4-7 otherwise.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Hunter Persin, who went 3-for-4 with four stolen bases, three runs, and one RBI. That's the most runs he has posted since back in March. Michael Bennett was another key player, going 1-for-2 with two runs and two RBI.
While Crestview had to take the loss, they won't have to wait long to give it another shot: the pair's next game is a rematch scheduled at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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