Freeburg lost a heartbreaker the last time they played Civic Memorial, but it's fair to say they got their revenge given the result of Friday's match. The Midgets put the hurt on the Eagles with a sharp 9-2 victory on Friday. The game was the first time the Midgets have beaten the Eagles on their field since May 3, 2019.
Cohen Merrill
Cohen Merrill looked comfortable as he kept things locked down with no earned runs or hits over four innings pitched. He has become a key player for Freeburg: the team is undefeated when he allows at most one earned run, but 10-11 otherwise.
On the hitting side, Max Biehl was incredible, going a perfect 3-for-3 with three RBI, two runs, and one stolen base. That's the most runs he has posted since back in May of 2024. The team also got some help courtesy of John Higgins, who went 2-for-3 with two runs and one stolen base.
Freeburg was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .379. That was just more of the same: they've now posted a batting average of .379 or higher in three consecutive contests.
Freeburg's record now sits at 13-11. As for Civic Memorial, their loss was their fourth straight at home, which dropped their record down to 12-15.
Looking ahead, Freeburg will venture away from home to face off against Marquette Catholic at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Civic Memorial, they will host Jacksonville at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday.
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