La Crosse Central fought the good fight in their extra-innings contest against Onalaska on Thursday but wound up with a less-than-desirable result. They fell just short of the Hilltoppers by a score of 4-3. The Riverhawks were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Hilltoppers earlier this season, when they won 3-2.
Charlie Buxton was cooking despite his team's loss, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with one run. Sam Blegen also deserves some recognition as he scored his first run of the season.
La Crosse Central's loss dropped their record down to 9-4. As for Onalaska, their record now sits at 9-7.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming matchups. La Crosse Central will square off against Eau Claire North at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. The Riverhawks are facing the Huskies at the right time seeing as the Huskies are stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for Onalaska, they will take on Chippewa Falls at 5:00 p.m. on Monday.
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