While Romeoville couldn't quite beat Kaneland on Tuesday, the two-point margin was a huge improvement compared to the six-point loss they were dealt last Saturday. The Romeoville Spartans fell just short of the Kaneland Knights by a score of 9-7. Romeoville was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Kaneland apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in April of 2023.
Jeremy Thompson made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-3. Nolan Holgado was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 1-for-3.
Romeoville dropped their record down to 1-2 with that loss, which was their fifth straight on the road dating back to last season.
Romeoville will look to defend their home field on Thursday against Nazareth Academy at 4:30 p.m. As for Kaneland, they will head out on the road to square off against Wheaton Academy at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The last three games Kaneland has played (dating back to last season) have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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