While Bunker Hill's victory against Edinburg wasn't quite the blowout it was the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. Bunker Hill had just enough and edged out Edinburg 8-7. The win continues a trend for the Minutemen in their matchups with the Wildcats: they've now won three in a row.
Kaleb Softley
| 03/21/25 vs Edinburg | 6 |
| 04/22/24 @ Gillespie | 4 |
| 03/18/25 @ Edinburg | 3 |
| 04/24/24 @ Tri-City | 2 |
| 04/17/24 vs Mulberry Grove | 1 |
Kaleb Softley was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. Furthermore, he didn't allow a single earned run, the first time he has blanked an opponent since back in April of 2024. He was even better at the plate, scoring three runs and stealing six bases while going 3-for-4. Those six stolen bases gave him a new career-high.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Ethan Heiens, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-4. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now snagged at least one in each of the last three games he's played. Chris Chapman also deserves some recognition as he scored his first runs of the season.
The victory got Bunker Hill back to even at 2-2. As for Edinburg, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 0-3.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Bunker Hill will face off against Hillsboro at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Edinburg, they will have a little extra prep time after the defeat as they won't be playing again for a while. They'll take on Lutheran at 4:30 p.m. on the 31st.
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