Buchtel had lost five straight at home dating back to last season, but on Monday they dropped their record down to 0-8 to make it six. They came up short against the Firestone Falcons, falling 18-2. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Falcons this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 10-0 last Monday.
As for Firestone, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won six of their last seven contests. That's provided a massive bump to their 12-7 record this season. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won ten matches by eight runs or more this season.
For Firestone's part, Noah Liming was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Liming also tossed no earned runs, which is notable because Firestone is undefeated when he allows at most one earned run, but 6-7 otherwise. Liming was also solid in the batter's box, going a perfect 1-for-1 with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.
In other batting news, Tony Miller and Skyler Nespo did most of the damage at the plate: Miller got on base in three of his four plate appearances with three runs, one triple, and one RBI, while Nespo went 1-for-3 with three runs, three RBI, and one double. That's the most runs Nespo has posted since back in April. Another player making a difference was Brennen Hostler, who went 1-for-3 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
We've got plenty of inter-conference action coming up soon. Buchtel is set to challenge their familiar foe North at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Firestone will square off against rival Ellet at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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