Clayton-Ridge had lost seven straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Friday they dropped down to 0-2 to make it eight. They lost 9-2 to the Starmont Stars. If the Eagles were looking for revenge after losing 7-2 to the Stars when the teams met back in May of 2025, then they'll just have to keep looking.
As for Starmont, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 2-3. The victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered a grand total of 3 runs in those games.
For Starmont's part, Elliot Francois made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing two innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. Francois was also big at the plate, going 1-for-4 with two RBI and one run.
In other batting news, Caydem Baumgardner was incredible, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with three runs, one stolen base, and one double. Those runs marked the first that he has scored this season. Hudson Popham was another key player, earning two runs and two stolen bases.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming matchups. Clayton-Ridge will venture away from home to face off against Waukon at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Starmont, they will head out to square off against Central City at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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