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| 03/29/25 - Away | 10-8 W |
| 05/16/19 - Away | 0-6 L |
| 04/05/18 - Away | 3-5 L |
| 04/07/16 - Away | 2-3 L |
Athens took a six-run loss the last time they faced off against Beardstown, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. Athens came out on top in a nail-biter against Beardstown on Saturday, sneaking past 10-8. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Warriors have posted since April 8, 2024.
Carson Reichert was excellent, scoring a run and stealing a base while getting on base in three of his five plate appearances. That run was his first of the season. Cole Ishmael was another key player, scoring a run while going 1-for-2.
The win got Athens back to even at 2-2. As for Beardstown, they now have a losing record of 1-2.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Athens will venture away from home to challenge Unity Christian at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Beardstown, they will face off against Rushville-Industry at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Beardstown's pitchers better be ready for this one: Rushville-Industry has averaged an impressive 10.5 runs per game this season.
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