The Hammond Academy of Science & Tech Hawks will head out on the road to challenge the Lake Station Edison Fighting Eagles at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. Given that both teams suffered a loss in their last game, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this game.
Things were looking good for Hammond Academy of Science & Tech after they put the first points on the board last Thursday, but unfortunately for them things went downhill from there. They lost 15-4 to Whiting. It was the first time this season that Hammond Academy of Science & Tech let down their fans at home.
Hammond Academy of Science & Tech saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Andrew Concepcion, who scored three runs and stole three bases while going 2-for-2. Isiah Logan was another key contributor, going 2-for-3 with a stolen base and an RBI.
Meanwhile, Lake Station Edison was not able to break out of their rough patch on Wednesday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They lost 10-2 to Wheeler.
Hammond Academy of Science & Tech's loss ended a four-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 6-4. As for Lake Station Edison, their defeat dropped their record down to 3-9.
Lake Station Edison's pitching crew has a crucial task ahead of them: Hammond Academy of Science & Tech has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .493. It's a different story for Lake Station Edison, though, as they've only averaged .343. Will they be able to contain Hammond Academy of Science & Tech's hitters?
Hammond Academy of Science & Tech beat Lake Station Edison 10-6 in their previous matchup back in April of 2023. The rematch might be a little tougher for Hammond Academy of Science & Tech since the team won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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