Piqua came out on top against Greenville on Friday thanks in part to the team's impressive four-run third inning. The Indians walked away with a 5-2 win over the Green Wave. This was a revenge game for the Indians: when they faced off against the Green Wave on Wednesday, they had to take a 6-2 defeat.
Lukah Branam
| 04/25/25 @ Greenville | 2 |
| 04/22/25 vs Anna | 1 |
| 04/15/25 vs Miamisburg | 2 |
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Lukah Branam was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned runs off five hits. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with one double and one RBI.
In other batting news, Hunter Steinke was excellent, going 1-for-3 with two RBI, one run, and one double. Mason Casto also deserves some recognition as he hit his first double of the season.
Piqua has been performing well recently as they've won six of their last eight matches. That's provided a nice bump to their 9-6 record this season. The victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 6.5 runs over those games. As for Greenville, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost five of their last six contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 6-10 record this season.
Piqua has already played their next game, a 4-1 win against Fairborn on the 28th. As for Greenville, they will square off against Troy at 5:00 p.m. on Friday.
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