Freeburg typically has all the answers at home, but on Friday Civic Memorial proved too difficult a challenge. They walked away with a 5-2 victory over the Midgets. This was payback for the Eagles, who suffered a 9-2 defeat the last time these two teams met.
Brock Rust
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Brock Rust was a major factor no matter where he played. He didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only two hits while striking out seven over 5.1 innings pitched. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with three RBI and one stolen base. That's the most RBI he has posted since back in April.
In other batting news, Jacob Flowers was excellent, going 3-for-4 with one run and one RBI. Chase Butler was another key player, going 1-for-3 with two runs.
Civic Memorial's record now sits at 15-11. As for Freeburg, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost four of their last five games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 20-7 record this season.
Civic Memorial will head out to face off against Jacksonville at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. The Crimsons will roll in looking for their seventh straight win, something the Eagles surely won't give up without a fight. As for Freeburg, they will welcome Marquette Catholic at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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