Illini Central is still looking for their season's first win. They lost 16-0 to the Athens Warriors on Thursday. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Illini Central of the 8-1 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2023.
For Athens' part, Carson Moscardelli made a splash while hitting and pitching. He pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Moscardelli was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-2.
In other batting news, Athens let Davis Ishmael and Josh Harris loose on the outfield. Ishmael scored three runs and stole two bases while going 4-for-4, while Harris went 3-for-3 with five RBI, a run, and a double. The team also got some help courtesy of Cody Tobias, who scored three runs and stole a base while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
Illini Central's defeat dropped their record down to 0-18. As for Athens, their win bumped their record up to 7-8.
Illini Central will be playing in front of their home fans against Pawnee at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Athens, they will head out on the road to take on St. Teresa at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Athens is no doubt hoping to put an end to a three-game streak of away losses.
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