New Berlin/Franklin/Waverly extended their losing streak to three on Saturday, dropping their season record down to 13-13 in the process. They lost 8-0 to the Beardstown Tigers. The Vipers were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Tigers apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in May of 2023.
As for Beardstown, they have been performing well recently as they've won eight of their last ten matches. That's provided a nice bump to their 15-5-1 record this season. The victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 7.6 runs over those games.
For Beardstown's part, Trey Riddell made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he didn't allow a single earned run over four innings pitched. Riddell has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in seven consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, getting on base in four of his five plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Ethan Heller, who went 2-for-4 with one home run, two runs, and two RBI. That home run marked the first that he has launched this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. New Berlin/Franklin/Waverly will head out to challenge Carlinville at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Beardstown, they will venture away from home to take on Illini West at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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