Tippecanoe hasn't had much luck against Badin recently, but that could start to change on Tuesday. The Red Devils will challenge the Rams at 5:00 p.m. Tippecanoe will be looking to extend their current 11-game winning streak.
Tippecanoe is on a roll after a high-stakes playoff matchup on Friday. They won by a run and slipped past Batavia 3-2.
Carson Jackson spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered just two earned runs on eight hits and racked up six Ks. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in ten consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, James Merry was excellent, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with one run, one double, and one RBI. Another player making a difference was Brady Liskey, who went 2-for-3 with one stolen base and one RBI.
Meanwhile, Badin got the win against Chaminade Julienne Catholic on Friday by a conclusive 12-1. The Rams might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won 17 games by six runs or more this season.
Badin also got a great performance from Caleb Driessen as he struck out eight batters over six innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits (and not a single walk).
At the plate, Chandler Taylor was a standout: he went 2-for-3 with three RBI, two runs, and one triple. Vince Laugle was another key player, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run.
Badin hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. The team has now struck out at least three batters in four consecutive contests.
Tippecanoe's record now sits at 23-5. As for Badin, their record is now 26-3-1.
Tuesday's matchup might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Tippecanoe has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .449. However, it's not like Badin struggles in that department as they've averaged .483. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Tippecanoe suffered a grim 6-0 defeat to Badin in their previous meeting back in May of 2024. Can the Red Devils avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
