Wednesday just wasn't the day for Aurora East's offense. They wound up on the wrong side of a rough 13-0 walloping at the hands of the Larkin Royals on Wednesday. Aurora East has not had much luck with Larkin recently, as the team's come up short the last six times they've met.
For Larkin's part, Carter Novelli was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he pitched an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Novelli was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-4.
In other pitching news, Enzo Novelli looked comfortable as he struck out six batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits (and only one walk).
Back at the plate, Alan Arzola was excellent, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with a double and an RBI. Mikey Hernandez was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 2-for-4.
Aurora East's defeat dropped their record down to 1-9. As for Larkin, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 7-7.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Aurora East will take on Glenbard East at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Larkin, they will be playing at home against Fenton at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. Larkin is facing Fenton at the right time seeing as Fenton is stuck on a 12-game losing streak.
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