Angola extended their losing streak to eight on Monday, dropping their season record down to 1-8 in the process. They lost 17-6 to the DeKalb Barons. The Hornets were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Barons apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in May of 2024.
Landon Leach was cooking despite his team's loss, going 2-for-3 with two RBI, one run, and one double. Hunter Heisler also deserves some recognition as he scored his first runs of the season.
As for DeKalb, the victory was the third in a row for them, bringing their record up to 6-1. The team dominated over that stretch too, winning by an average of 9.7 runs.
On DeKalb's side, Bryson Gadson made a big impact no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over four innings while giving up three earned runs off five hits (and only one walk). Gadson was also big at the plate, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with one home run and two RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Miles Brockhouse, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with one home run and seven RBI. Those seven RBI gave him a new career-high. Drake Hall was another key player, going a perfect 3-for-3 with four runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Angola will challenge Fremont at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Eagles' pitching crew has only allowed 3.7 runs per game this season, so the Hornets' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for DeKalb, they will take on Fort Wayne Blackhawk Christian at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The two teams have allowed few runs on average (the Barons 2.7, the Braves 3.2) so any runs scored will be well earned.
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