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| 04/01/25 - Home | 5-4 W |
| 03/17/25 - Home | 10-1 W |
| 04/28/23 - Home | 5-13 L |
| 04/02/21 - Home | 5-4 W |
| 04/13/19 - Home | 1-4 L |
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It may have taken eight innings to finish the job, but Fort Zumwalt East ultimately got the result they hoped for on Tuesday. They had just enough and edged out the St. Charles West Warriors 5-4. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Lions have posted since April 25, 2024.
Dominic Pandolfo was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he tossed four innings while giving up three earned runs off three hits. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than one walk in three consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in two of his four plate appearances with two RBI.
In other pitching news, Carter Hollingsworth looked comfortable as he pitched four innings while giving up just one earned run off four hits. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks any time he's pitched this season.
Back at the plate, the team relied heavily on Carson Topping, who scored two runs and stole two bases while going 2-for-3. Those two stolen bases gave him a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Travis Hill, who scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-3.
Fort Zumwalt East's win bumped their record up to 7-4. As for St. Charles West, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 2-4 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Fort Zumwalt East will challenge Winfield at 4:15 p.m. on Wednesday. As for St. Charles West, they will take on Duchesne at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Warriors will need to watch out since the Pioneers have now posted at least ten runs in their last four matches.
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