There's no place like home for Danville, who bounced back after a tough loss on the road last Tuesday. They were the clear victor by a 12-2 margin over the Urbana Tigers on Wednesday. That's more bragging rights for Danville, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
The team relied heavily on Jake Garrison, who scored three runs and stole a base while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Ty Rangel, who scored a run and stole two bases while going 1-for-3.
On Urbana's side, Jaydon Riggs was huge no matter where he played even without the win. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over five innings while giving up just two earned (and five unearned) runs off six hits (and only one walk). Riggs was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-3.
Danville's victory bumped their record up to 4-12. As for Urbana, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 3-11.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Danville will challenge Peoria Notre Dame at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. Peoria Notre Dame will roll in looking for their seventh straight win, something Danville surely won't give up without a fight. As for Urbana, they will head out on the road to take on Bloomington at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. Bloomington will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something Urbana surely won't give up without a fight.
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