Crossroads Christian had lost five straight on the road, but on Thursday they dropped their record down to 4-12 to make it six. They lost 18-3 to the Hampshire Whip-Purs. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Whip-Purs this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 12-1 back in March.
As for Hampshire, the victory (which was their fourth in a row) raised their record to 21-7. The result was nothing new for the Whip-Purs, who have now won 11 matches by six runs or more so far this season.
For Hampshire's part, Joseph Rodriguez looked comfortable as he pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Rodriguez has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Jonathan Alexander was incredible, going a perfect 2-for-2 with three runs, three RBI, and one double. Those three RBI gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Lucas Mazur, who got on base in all three of his plate appearances with three runs.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Crossroads Christian will square off against Beecher at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Hampshire, they will venture away from home to square off against Central at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. The Rockets' pitching crew has only allowed 3.3 runs per game this season, so the Whip-Purs' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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