Indiana School for the Deaf's game back in March was a tough loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Tuesday. They put the hurt on the Herron Achaeans with a sharp 18-4 victory. This was payback for Indiana School for the Deaf, who suffered a 15-12 loss the last time these two teams met.
Nathan Rudik was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He struck out nine batters over four innings while giving up just one earned (and three unearned) runs off two hits (and only one walk). Rudik was also stellar in the batter's box, going 4-for-4 with six RBI, three runs, and a triple.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Leon LeFors, who scored four runs and stole two bases while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Zander Gonzalez, who scored a run and stole three bases while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances.
On Herron's side, Luke Cherry made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored a run and stole three bases while going 1-for-1. Keane Ricchiuto was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing three bases.
The win got Indiana School for the Deaf back to even at 1-1. As for Herron, they are on a 12-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-2.
Indiana School for the Deaf will stay at home for another game and welcome Purdue Broad Ripple at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. Purdue Broad Ripple is coming into the game with five straight defeats on the road, meaning Indiana School for the Deaf will have to defend against a squad hungry for a victory. As for Herron, they will square off against Indianapolis Arsenal Technical at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. Herron is facing Indianapolis Arsenal Technical at the right time seeing as Indianapolis Arsenal Technical is stuck on a three-game losing streak.
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