Pioneers
| 09/02/25 @ Raymond Central | 5-1 |
| 08/23/25 @ Guardian Angels Central Catholic | 4-2 |
| 10/11/24 @ Boone Central | 18-8 |
| 10/03/24 @ Logan View/Scribner-Snyder | 11-3 |
| 09/28/24 @ Douglas County West | 11-9 |
Fort Calhoun had won five straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Tuesday they bumped up to 6-0 to make it six. They walked away with a 5-1 victory over the Raymond Central Mustangs. That's more bragging rights for the Pioneers, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Tacey Belina spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned run on three hits and racked up 14 Ks. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than one earned run in four consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Dehlia Hallberg was excellent, going a perfect 3-for-3 with two runs and one RBI. That's the most runs she has posted since back in October of 2024. Lyla Pearson was another key player, going 2-for-3 with two RBI and one run.
Fort Calhoun hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. The team has now struck out at least two batters in three consecutive games.
As for Raymond Central, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-6 record this season. The match marked their lowest-scoring game so far this season.
On Raymond Central's side, they also let their pitcher toss all seven innings and she was also dialed-in: Emersyn Kalin gave up just two earned (and three unearned) runs on 11 hits.
On the hitting side, Tess Roubal made the most of her time in the batter's box despite the final result and went 1-for-3 with one home run.
We've got plenty of inter-district action coming up soon. Fort Calhoun is set to square off against their familiar foe Bishop Neumann at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. The two teams have allowed few runs on average (the Pioneers 2, the Cavaliers 1) so any runs scored will be well earned. Meanwhile, Raymond Central will face off against rival Arlington on Tuesday.
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