Dover-Eyota had lost six straight at home dating back to last season, but on Tuesday they dropped their record down to 8-10 to make it seven. They might be feeling deja-vu: they lost 10-3 to the Caledonia Warriors, which was the same score (and result) they got the week prior. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Eagles of the 6-2 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2024.
Dover-Eyota saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Mat Matejka, who went 2-for-3 with one home run and two RBI.
As for Caledonia, they are on a roll lately: they've won six of their last seven games. That's provided a nice bump to their 10-4 record this season. Considering they have won six matchups by more than six runs this season, Tuesday's blowout was nothing new.
On Caledonia's side, Landon O'Heron made a big impact no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. O'Heron also tossed no earned runs, which is notable because Caledonia is undefeated when he allows at most one earned run, but 3-4 otherwise. O'Heron was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with one run, one double, and one RBI.
In other batting news, Mason King was incredible, going a perfect 2-for-2 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. Those two RBI gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Will Allen, who got on base in two of his four plate appearances with two runs and one stolen base.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Dover-Eyota will welcome Chatfield at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Caledonia, they will challenge Fillmore Central/Lanesboro at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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