Eastern started off well but failed to capitalize on an early lead against Bullitt East. They came up short against the Bullitt East Chargers on Thursday, falling 11-5. Eagles fans who chose to attend the game sure picked the wrong one: it was the first time the team's lost against the Chargers since on Thursday.
Aidan Calhoun and Carson Shee stepped up to the plate in a big way. Calhoun scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in both of his plate appearances, while Shee scored a run while going 2-for-3. That's the most runs Calhoun has posted since back in April of 2024. George Bennett was another key player, going 1-for-2 with three RBI.
Eastern's loss ended a three-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 1-1.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Eastern will host Meade County at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Bullitt East, they will square off against Washington County at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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