Alva was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss. They took a 6-3 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Hennessey Eagles. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Alva of the 5-4 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture on April 4th.
For Hennessey's part, Westyn Hopkins was a major factor no matter where he played. He pitched four innings while giving up just two earned runs off two hits. Hopkins has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two hits in five consecutive pitching appearances. Hopkins was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-2.
Hopkins wasn't the only one making solid contact as four players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Trevin Smith, who went 1-for-4 with a stolen base and an RBI. Jakob Johns was another key contributor, scoring two runs while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
Alva's loss dropped their record down to 13-22. As for Hennessey, their win ended a 13-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 7-18.
Alva does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Hennessey, they will be playing at home against Morrison at 5:00 p.m. on Monday.
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