There's no place like home for Windermere Prep, who bounced back after a tough loss on the road last Friday. They narrowly escaped with a win as the team sidled past the Belleview Rattlers 7-5.
Jacob Duffy and William Kane did most of the damage at the plate: Duffy went 1-for-4 with a triple and two RBI, while Kane scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-4. Ryan Babecki was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 1-for-3.
On Belleview's side, they got a good showing from Brock Chambrot, who tossed four innings while giving up just one earned (and six unearned) runs off four hits. Chambrot has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Dylan Florio made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored a run while going 2-for-3. Another player making a difference was Sam Plano, who scored a run while going 2-for-4.
Even though they lost, Belleview was hitting in the alleys and finished the game with four doubles. That's the most doubles they've managed all season.
Windermere Prep's victory ended a five-game drought at home and bumped them up to 4-13. As for Belleview, they have not been sharp recently as the team has lost eight of their last ten matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 10-11 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Windermere Prep will take on Liberty at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Windermere Prep is facing Liberty at the right time seeing as Liberty is stuck on a 16-game losing streak. As for Belleview, they will look to defend their home field on Thursday against Windermere Prep at 5:00 p.m.
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