Mater Dei came into Thursday's contest having lost six straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They had just enough and edged the Hillsboro Hiltoppers out 11-10. Mater Dei's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Mater Dei let Gabe Schlimme and Wil Harris loose on the outfield. Schlimme went 4-for-4 with a home run, three runs, and four RBI, while Harris went 3-for-4 with a home run, three runs, and four RBI. Another player making a difference was Aidan Toennies, who went 2-for-3 with a double and an RBI.
On Hillsboro's side, Nathan Matoush made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and got on base in all four of his plate appearances with a home run and three runs. The team also got some help courtesy of Jace Stewart, who went 2-for-5 with a home run.
Mater Dei's win ended a seven-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 3-9. As for Hillsboro, they have been struggling recently as they've lost seven of their last eight games, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-13 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Mater Dei will take on Waterloo at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Hillsboro, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Carlinville at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. Hillsboro is facing Carlinville at the right time seeing as Carlinville is stuck on a three-game losing streak.
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