Churubusco is on a four-game streak of home losses, and Westview a three-game streak of away losses. However, someone's due for a change in luck on Thursday. The Churubusco Eagles will be playing in front of their home fans against the Westview Warriors at 5:30 p.m.
The scorekeeper got an easy start on Monday as neither Churubusco nor Heritage made it on the board until the seventh inning. The Eagles fell just short of the Patriots by a score of 5-3.
Bransen Hart
| 05/12/25 vs Heritage | 3 |
| 05/08/25 @ Hamilton | 3 |
| 04/29/25 vs Prairie Heights | 3 |
| 04/10/25 vs Southwood | 3 |
| 05/10/25 vs Fort Wayne Blackhawk Christian | 2 |
| + 7 more games |
Bransen Hart was cooking despite his team's loss, going 3-for-4 with two RBI. He is becoming a predictor of Churubusco's success: when he posts at least three hits the team is 3-1 (and 2-12 when he doesn't). Brody Lawrence was another key player, going 1-for-2 with one run and one RBI.
The home team had won the previous four meetings between Westview and Angola, and Westview kept the tradition alive. The Warriors skirted past the Hornets 8-6. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Warriors have posted since April 1st.
The team relied heavily on Maverick Deveau, who went 1-for-3 with three RBI, one run, and one double. That's the most RBI he has posted since back in May of 2024.
Westview hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. The team has now struck out at least five batters in three consecutive games.
Westview's win bumped their record up to 7-10. As for Churubusco, their loss dropped their record down to 5-13.
Churubusco's speedy runners might be the difference in Thursday's matchup. The Eagles have been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 2.8 stolen bases per game. It's a different story for Westview, though, as they've been averaging an even more impressive 1.1 stolen bases. Will they be able to secure the bases, or will Churubusco continue to outrun the ball?
Churubusco came up short against Westview in their previous meeting back in May of 2024, falling 9-5. Will the Eagles have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other baseball content.
