Oberlin lost to Open Door Christian back in April of 2024, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Monday. The Phoenix blew past the Patriots 12-2. The high-scoring performance was a welcome turnaround for the Phoenix's hitters, who had struggled in the games prior.

Drew Walter
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Drew Walter made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He struck out nine batters over six innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off two hits. He is becoming a predictor of Oberlin's success: when he allows at most one earned run the team is 3-1 (and 2-12 when he doesn't). Walter was also stellar in the batter's box, going 3-for-5 with three stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI. Those three stolen bases gave him a new career-high.
In other batting news, Oberlin got a massive performance out of Chris Hanmer, who went 2-for-3 with four stolen bases, one run, and one double. Those four stolen bases gave Hanmer a new career-high. Reed Emerich was another key player, getting on base in three of his five plate appearances with three stolen bases and three runs.
Oberlin's record is now 5-13. As for Open Door Christian, their loss was their seventh straight at home dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 2-13.
Coming up, Oberlin will head out on the road to face off against Elyria Catholic at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Open Door Christian, they will be playing at home against Valley Forge at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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