Perry had lost seven straight at home, but on Monday they dropped their record down to 4-9 to make it eight. They lost 15-0 to the Fowler Eagles. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Ramblers of the 11-2 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2024.
As for Fowler, they have been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four games. That's provided a nice bump to their 5-4 record this season. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Fowler's part, Sam Vanneste made a splash while hitting and pitching. He pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Vanneste has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two hits in three consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going 1-for-5 with three RBI and one double. That double was his first of the season.
In other batting news, Jack O'Hare was a standout: he went 4-for-5 with six RBI, two runs, and one double. That double marked the first that he has hit this season. Another player making a difference was Noah Schafer, who went 2-for-4 with three stolen bases, two runs, and one double.
The teams didn't have to wait long for a rematch: Fowler beat Perry by a score of 12-1 later that day.
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