Evansville Bosse had lost five games straight , but after bumping their record up to 4-12 on Saturday that streak is in the rearview. They blew past Dugger Union 12-2. Evansville Bosse's offense finally found a way to get into gear: the high-octane performance was a 180-degree turn from their last five games.
Luke Curtis
| 05/17/25 vs Dugger Union | 11 |
| 05/13/25 vs Evansville Harrison | 7 |
| 05/10/25 vs Pike Central | 8 |
| 05/03/25 vs Indianapolis Shortridge | 10 |
| 05/01/25 @ Evansville Memorial | 0 |
| 04/19/25 vs Cannelton | 12 |
Luke Curtis was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he struck out 11 batters over six innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off two hits (and only one walk). That's the most strikeouts he has posted since back in April. He was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with three RBI and two runs. He is becoming a predictor of Evansville Bosse's success: when he posts at least two runs the team is undefeated (and 1-12 when he doesn't).
In other batting news, Drew Curtis was a standout: he got on base in all five of his plate appearances with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI. Another player making a difference was Jaxson Klass, who got on base in three of his four plate appearances with two runs, one double, and one RBI.
Evansville Bosse always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .641. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
As for Dugger Union, they have been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-11-1 record this season. Their defeat continues a trend for the team, making it four in a row.
On Dugger Union's side, they saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Weselon Smith, who went 1-for-3 with one double and one RBI.
Evansville Bosse and Dugger Union are set to take part in some playoff action in their next matches. The Bulldogs will have some time to savor their win since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Evansville Central at 7:00 p.m. on the 29th. As for Dugger Union, they are taking a road trip to challenge Bloomfield at 5:30 p.m. on Monday.
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