Elkhart Christian Academy had to endure a five-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They skirted past the Hamilton Marines 9-7. That result was just more of the same for these two, as the Eagles also won the last time the pair played back in May of 2024.
Hayden Castro
| 05/12/25 @ Hamilton | 6 |
| 05/17/24 @ Hamilton | 5 |
| 04/17/25 @ Triton | 4 |
| 04/24/25 @ Concord | 2 |
| 05/10/25 vs Prairie Heights | 1 |
Hayden Castro made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He struck out six batters over 3.1 innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits (and not a single walk). Those six strikeouts gave him a new career-high. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-4 with two stolen bases, two runs, and one double. He is becoming a predictor of Elkhart Christian Academy's success: when he posts at least two stolen bases the team is undefeated (and 0-14 when he doesn't).
In other batting news, James Ramirez was a standout: he went 2-for-4 with three stolen bases, one run, and one double. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now snagged at least one in each of the last three games he's played. Another player making a difference was Cole Hummer, who went 3-for-4 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run.
Elkhart Christian Academy kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 15 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
Elkhart Christian Academy's victory bumped their record up to 4-14. As for Hamilton, they now have a losing record of 3-4.
Looking ahead, Elkhart Christian Academy will face off against South Bend Adams at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. Hamilton will be paying especially close attention to the Eagles' matchup: after the Eagles face off against the Eagles, they'll take on Hamilton again at 5:30 p.m. on Friday.
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