Kennedy had lost three straight at home, but on Wednesday they dropped down to 10-14 to make it four. They came up short against the Jones Eagles, falling 10-0. Considering the last time the Crusaders couldn't score was back in March, the team can't take the result too hard.
As for Jones, they are on a roll lately: they've won seven of their last eight games. That's provided a nice bump to their 19-7 record this season. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won 11 matchups by six runs or more this season.
For Jones' part, Renzo Sansonetti made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only one hit while striking out eight over five innings pitched. Sansonetti has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two hits in three consecutive appearances. He was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with three RBI, two doubles, and one run. That's the most doubles he has posted since back in May of 2025.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Madden Asbaty, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with four RBI, two runs, and one double. That's the most RBI he has posted since back in April. Another player making a difference was Jack Condne, who went 2-for-3 with one run, one double, and one RBI.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Kennedy will venture away from home to take on Berwyn/Cicero Morton at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Mustangs will aim to continue their three-game streak of scoring more runs each game than the last. As for Jones, they will head out to face off against Chicago University at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday.
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