It was a good run, but Denver Christian unfortunately witnessed the end of their 15-game winning streak dating back to last season on Saturday. They fell just short of the Limon Badgers by a score of 8-6. Denver Christian was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Limon apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in June of 2023.
Denver Christian got a good showing from Nolan Epperhart, who pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits (he also only allowed one walk).
At the plate, Asher Hawes made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-2.
On Limon's side, Jordan Rockwell made a big impact no matter where he played. On the mound, he pitched 3.2 innings while giving up just one earned run off five hits (he also didn't allow any walks). Rockwell was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 2-for-3.
Rockwell wasn't the only one making solid contact as three players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Lance Beedy, who scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-4. Beedy is crushing it when it comes to stolen bases: he's stolen at least one every time he's taken the field this season.
Having lost for the first time this season, Denver Christian fell to 5-1. As for Limon, the win for them keeps them at an undefeated 6-0.
Denver Christian will square off against Regis at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Limon, they will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against Byers at 4:30 p.m. The timing is sure in Limon's favor as the team sits on eight straight wins at home (dating back to last season) while Byers has been banged up by three consecutive losses on the road.
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