Lapel typically has all the answers at home, but on Saturday Kokomo proved too difficult a challenge. They narrowly escaped with a win as the squad sidled past the Lapel Bulldogs 7-5. The victory was nothing new for Kokomo as they're now sitting on three straight.
Isaac Flamino spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered four earned (and one unearned) runs on eight hits and racked up nine Ks. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in five consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Jude Rivers, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-3.
On Lapel's side, Cody Baker and Darl Gustin stepped up to the plate in a big way. Baker scored two runs while going 2-for-4, while Gustin went 2-for-3 with three RBI and a triple.
Kokomo's win bumped their record up to 11-9. As for Lapel, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 14-7 record this season.
The teams didn't have to wait long for a rematch: Kokomo beat Lapel by a score of 15-14 later that day.
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