Elkhart Christian Academy extended their losing streak to five on Saturday, dropping their season record down to 3-14 in the process. They came up short against the Prairie Heights Panthers, falling 16-4. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Panthers this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 13-0 on Saturday.
Will Stier was cooking despite his team's loss, going 2-for-3 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run. That stolen base was his first of the season. James Ramirez was another key player, earning one run and three stolen bases.
As for Prairie Heights, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 5-12. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
On Prairie Heights' side, Braydon Duke made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. Duke has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with three stolen bases and one run. Those three stolen bases gave him a new career-high.
In other batting news, Joel Graber was a standout: he got on base in all four of his plate appearances with four stolen bases, three runs, and two RBI. Those four stolen bases gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Austin Abbott, who went 2-for-4 with three stolen bases, three runs, and three RBI.
Looking ahead, Elkhart Christian Academy will head out to challenge Hamilton at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. The Marines have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 12.17 runs per game on average), something the Eagles will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Prairie Heights, they will face off against Churubusco at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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