Tuesday just wasn't the day for Sparta's offense. They took a 4-0 hit to the loss column at the hands of the DuQuoin Indians on Tuesday. Sparta has now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
For DuQuoin's part, the result came thanks to Camden Waller's shutout, as he gave up just five hits and racked up six Ks. Waller has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, DuQuoin's win was truly a team effort as four different players contributed at least one hit. One of them was Jaden DeMarie, who scored a run while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Cooper Rice, who went 2-for-3 with a double and an RBI.
Sparta's loss ended a three-game streak of away wins and brought them to 13-10. As for DuQuoin, their victory bumped their record up to 29-3.
Sparta will be playing in front of their home fans against New Athens at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. The last six games New Athens has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one. As for DuQuoin, they will head out on the road to challenge Trico at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. DuQuoin is looking to tack on another W to their 11-game streak on the road dating back to last season.
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