Heritage Christian had to endure a three-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They blew past the Hammond Academy of Science & Tech Hawks 9-3. Heritage Christian's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Hammond Academy of Science & Tech's part, Austin McKimmy put in work while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he tossed four innings while giving up just two earned (and three unearned) runs off three hits. McKimmy has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in four consecutive pitching appearances. McKimmy was even better at the plate, getting on base in four of his five plate appearances with five stolen bases.
In other batting news, Cesar Lagunas was cooking despite his team's loss, going 1-for-2 with four stolen bases.
Heritage Christian made their fans wait, but they earned their first win of the season to make their record 1-3. As for Hammond Academy of Science & Tech, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 6-5.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Heritage Christian will play host again on Friday to welcome Calumet Christian, where first pitch is scheduled at 4:30 p.m. Calumet Christian is coming into the matchup with seven straight defeats on the road, meaning Heritage Christian will have to defend against a squad hungry for a win. As for Hammond Academy of Science & Tech, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Bowman Academy at 5:00 p.m. Hammond Academy of Science & Tech is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7.5 runs per game this season.
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