Casa Grande couldn't quite beat Casteel on Monday but the two-point margin was a huge improvement compared to the ten-point defeat they were dealt last Saturday. The Casa Grande Cougars fell just short of the Casteel Colts by a score of 9-7. Casa Grande has struggled against Casteel recently, as their game on Monday was their fifth consecutive lost matchup.
Casa Grande got a good showing from Thomas Hartman, who tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit.
At the plate, Cole Rice was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 3-for-4. Another player making a difference was Rogan Hanson, who scored a run while going 1-for-3.
Even though they lost, Casa Grande kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 12 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
On Casteel's side, Mason Russell looked comfortable as he tossed an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits.
On the hitting side, Tyler Russell was incredible, going 1-for-1 with a home run and three RBI.
Casa Grande's loss dropped their record down to 5-16-1. As for Casteel, the win was the sixth in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 20-6.
Casa Grande does not have any more games scheduled as of now. Casteel also has no future games currently scheduled.
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