Vincennes Rivet had to endure a three-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They skirted past the White River Valley Wolverines 5-3. That's more bragging rights for Vincennes Rivet, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Hunter Bilskie made a splash no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out eight batters over five innings while giving up three earned runs off five hits (and not a single walk). Bilskie was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run while going 3-for-4.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Miles Gardner, who scored a run and stole a base while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now stolen at least one in the last three games he's played.
Vincennes Rivet's victory ended a 14-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 5-11. As for White River Valley, their defeat was their fourth straight at home, which dropped their record down to 0-13.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Vincennes Rivet will be staying on the road on Wednesday to face off against South Knox at 6:00 p.m. As for White River Valley, they will challenge South Putnam at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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