Columbus extended their losing streak to three on Saturday, dropping them down to 2-4. They came up short against the Lincoln East Martin Spartan, falling 11-1. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest loss the Discoverers have suffered since May 3, 2025.
Columbus saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Kashton Urkoski, who went 1-for-2 with one double. That double was Urkoski's first of the season.
As for Lincoln East, the victory keeps them at an undefeated 7-0. Considering they have won six games by more than eight runs this season, Saturday's blowout was nothing new.
On Lincoln East's side, Santino Arranaga looked comfortable as he tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Bradyn Erickson, who fired off two home runs, three runs, and four RBI while going 3-for-3. Bryson Rhodes was another key player, going 2-for-3 with one home run, two stolen bases, and two runs.
We've got plenty of inter-district action coming up soon. Columbus will face off against rival Kearney at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Meanwhile, Lincoln East is set to take on their familiar foe Grand Island at 4:30 p.m. on Monday.
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