The Linton-Stockton Miners will venture away from home to face off against the Robinson Maroons at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. Linton-Stockton's pitching crew has only allowed 2.8 runs per game this season, so Robinson's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
Linton-Stockton took a 13-run defeat the last time they faced off against Bedford North Lawrence, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Miners skirted past the Stars 2-1. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Miners have posted since April 22, 2024.
Meanwhile, Thursday just wasn't the day for Robinson's offense. They came up short against Casey-Westfield on Thursday, falling 8-0. The Maroons haven't had much luck with the Warriors recently, as the team has come up short the last five times they've met.
Eva Herman spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered eight earned runs on seven hits and racked up 11 Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in nine consecutive appearances.
Linton-Stockton's win bumped their record up to 5-3. As for Robinson, their loss dropped their record down to 10-8.
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