Wauwatosa West took a nine-run loss the last time they faced off against Marquette University, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Trojans had just enough and edged out the Hilltoppers 5-3. The game was the first time the Trojans have beaten the Hilltoppers on their field since May 11, 2021.
Wauwatosa West got a great performance from Ben Janowski as he struck out nine batters over six innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off seven hits (and not a single walk). Those nine strikeouts gave Janowski a new career-high.
On the hitting side, Devin Townsend was excellent, going 3-for-4 with two runs, two doubles, and one RBI. Those two runs gave him a new career-high. Josh Williams also deserves some recognition as he hit his first double of the season.
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| 05/27/25 - Away | 5-3 W |
| 05/06/24 - Home | 1-10 L |
| 04/11/24 - Away | 2-6 L |
| 05/26/23 - Away | 4-7 L |
| 04/21/23 - Home | 0-5 L |
| + 5 more games |
Wauwatosa West's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-17. As for Marquette University, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost five of their last six games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 11-13 record this season.
Marquette University will head out to face off against Greendale at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Wauwatosa West will be paying especially close attention to the Hilltoppers' matchup: after the Hilltoppers face off against the Panthers, they'll take on Wauwatosa West again at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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