Alleman took a ten-run loss the last time they faced off against Limestone, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Pioneers skirted past the Rockets 5-4. While the Pioneers didn't have the best season last year (they finished 8-29), it's starting to look like those struggles are a thing of the past.
Alleman got a great performance from CJ Carruthers as he pitched six innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off six hits. Those hits were Carruthers' first of the season.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Jackson Smith, who scored a run and stole two bases while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances. The team also got some help courtesy of Will Bowers, who scored a run and stole three bases while going 2-for-3.
Alleman's record now sits at 10-5. As for Limestone, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 8-6 record this season.
Alleman will be playing at home against St. Bede at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. As for Limestone, they will square off against Lincoln at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. The Railsplitters have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 7.27 runs per game on average), something the Rockets will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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