Cameron took a 11-run loss the last time they faced off against Lafayette, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Dragons came out on top in a nail-biter against the Fighting Irish on Monday, sneaking past 10-9. Give some credit to the fans of both teams: the last seven times they've met, the home team has come away the winner.
Gannon Hamilton made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over four innings while giving up three earned (and two unearned) runs off five hits. That's the most strikeouts he has posted since back in May of 2024. He was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
Carter Flick
| 04/07/25 vs Lafayette | 2 |
| 04/03/25 vs Savannah | 1 |
| 05/09/24 vs East Buchanan | 1 |
| 05/07/24 @ Lathrop | 0 |
| 04/23/24 vs South Harrison | 1 |
| 04/15/24 vs Braymer | 2 |
In other batting news, Carter Flick was excellent, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. That's the most stolen bases he has posted since back in April of 2024. Another player making a difference was Thatcher Haggard, who scored two runs while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
Cameron's victory ended a three-game drought at home and bumped them up to 4-4. As for Lafayette, their defeat was their seventh straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 0-11.
Cameron and Lafayette could both be facing uphill battles in their next games considering their disadvantage in the MaxPreps Missouri Rankings. The Dragons will take on Maryville at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday with a big rank disadvantage (236 vs. 111). Meanwhile, Lafayette (ranked 341st) will meet Chillicothe (ranked 21st) at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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