Wednesday just wasn't the day for Crown Point's offense. They lost 10-0 to the Chesterton Trojans on Wednesday. The match marked the first time this season in which Crown Point was not able to get on the board.
For Chesterton's part, Brayden Barrett was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He didn't allow a single earned run and only two hits over five innings pitched. Barrett has been consistent recently: he hasn't pitched less than five innings in six consecutive pitching appearances. Barrett was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, Rob Czarniecki was incredible, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 4-for-4. Nick Foust was another key contributor, scoring a run while getting on base in two of his three plate appearances.
Crown Point has been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 16-7 record this season. As for Chesterton, they pushed their record up to 16-5 with that victory, which was their seventh straight at home.
Crown Point will take on Morgan Township at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Crown Point's pitching crew has only allowed 3.3 runs per game this season, so Morgan Township's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Chesterton, they will head out on the road to face off against Munster at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. Chesterton is facing Munster at the right time seeing as Munster is stuck on a six-game losing streak.
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