Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Westville). They were the clear victors by a 28-1 margin over the 21st Century Charter Cougars on Saturday. The Blackhawks have beaten the Cougars the last three times they've met, but they better watch out: this was the closest the Cougars has come to flipping the script.
Jacob Kozub and Joey Villarreal made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, Kozub struck out six batters over two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). Meanwhile, Villarreal struck out eight batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and only one walk). Westville is 2-1 when Kozub allows one or fewer hits, but 2-3 otherwise. At bat, Kozub got on base in three of his six plate appearances with four runs, while Villarreal got on base in two of his three plate appearances with two stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI. Villarreal is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now snagged at least one in each of the last four games he's played.
In other batting news, Jackson Pilarski was a standout: he got on base in all five of his plate appearances with four runs, two RBI, and one double. He is becoming a predictor of Westville's success: when he posts at least two runs the team is 2-1 (and 2-3 when he doesn't). Carter Glass also deserves some recognition as he hit his first triple of the season.
Blackhawks
| 04/19/25 @ 21st Century Charter | 62.5% |
| 04/18/25 @ Hebron | 41.2% |
| 04/17/25 vs Calumet Christian | 50% |
| 04/16/25 vs Culver Academies | 32% |
| 04/04/25 @ South Bend Riley | 57.7% |
| + 7 more games |
Westville always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .625. The last time their OBP was this high was back in May of 2024.
The victory got Westville back to even at 4-4. As for 21st Century Charter, they are on a 15-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-3.
Coming up, Westville will be playing at home against Boone Grove at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. The Wolves will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something the Blackhawks surely won't give up without a fight. As for 21st Century Charter, they will venture away from home to challenge East Chicago Central at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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