Monmouth United proved they can win big on Saturday (they won by 15) and on Thursday they proved they can win the close ones too. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Cuba/Spoon River Valley Wildcats, sneaking past 2-1. The win was familiar territory for the Red Storm, who have now won five games in a row.
Tanner Rogers looked comfortable as he struck out six batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits (and only one walk). He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in three consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Ian Leffler was excellent, going 1-for-3 with one home run and two RBI.
Red Storm
| 04/24/25 vs Cuba/Spoon River Valley | 2-1 |
| 04/19/25 vs Biggsville West Central | 17-2 |
| 04/19/25 vs Biggsville West Central | 12-3 |
| 04/17/25 vs Stark County | 8-5 |
| 04/15/25 vs Princeville | 9-0 |
| + 8 more games |
Monmouth United pushed their record up to 17-3 with the victory, which was their 13th straight at home dating back to last season. Those home wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 10.5 runs over those games. As for Cuba/Spoon River Valley, they have been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 8-9 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Monmouth United will host Mercer County at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. As for Cuba/Spoon River Valley, they will welcome Peoria Heights at 4:30 p.m. on Monday.
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