Forest Hills Central dropped their record down to 13-13 on Tuesday, which also ended the team's three-game streak of wins at home. They took an 11-7 hit to the loss column at the hands of the East Kentwood Falcons. The Rangers were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Falcons apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in May of 2023.
As for East Kentwood, they have been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four contests. That's provided a massive bump to their 8-23 record this season. The wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 7.3 runs over those games.
For East Kentwood's part, CAM SINGER made a splash no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. SINGER has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-6 with three runs and one stolen base. He is becoming a predictor of East Kentwood's success: when he posts at least two runs the team is 4-1 (and 4-22 when he doesn't).
In other batting news, East Kentwood got a big performance out of DREW BURTON, who went 3-for-6 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. That's the most hits BURTON has posted since back in April. GRAYSON SHANNON was another key player, getting on base in three of his six plate appearances with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Forest Hills Central will venture away from home to face off against Hudsonville at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Eagles will roll in looking for their eighth straight victory, something the Rangers surely won't give up without a fight. As for East Kentwood, they will face off against Caledonia at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday.
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