North Vermillion took a ten-run loss the last time they faced off against Seeger, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Falcons came out on top in a nail-biter against the Patriots on Wednesday, sneaking past 15-14. The Falcons' hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Ava Jumps
| 04/16/25 vs Seeger | 12 |
| 04/15/25 @ Seeger | 4 |
| 04/12/25 vs Parke Heritage | 3 |
| 04/11/25 @ Riverton Parke | 2 |
| 04/09/25 @ Parke Heritage | 2 |
Ava Jumps was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out 12 batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned (and five unearned) runs off eight hits. Those 12 strikeouts gave her a new career-high. She was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 2-for-6. She has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times she's played.
In other batting news, Addie Burns was incredible, getting on base in all six of her plate appearances with two triples, two stolen bases, and five RBI. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in April of 2024. Olivia Baker was another key player, scoring three runs while going 4-for-5.
North Vermillion kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 22 hits. The team's really been improving in that area: they've now improved their hit total in three consecutive contests.
With the victory, North Vermillion broke their three-game losing streak and moved their record to 2-5. As for Seeger, their defeat was their fourth straight on the road, which dropped their record down to 1-6.
Coming up, North Vermillion will take on West Vigo at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Vikings will roll in looking for their tenth straight win, something the Falcons surely won't give up without a fight. As for Seeger, they will face off against Riverton Parke at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday. The Panthers' pitching crew has only allowed 1.6 runs per game this season, so the Patriots' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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