Hillcrest took a 11-run loss the last time they faced off against Idaho Falls, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Knights had just enough and edged out the Tigers 3-2. The win was some much needed relief for the Knights as it spelled an end to their four-game losing streak.
Andrew Johnson spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered just two earned runs on four hits and racked up six Ks. He also tossed a walk, which is notable because Hillcrest is 2-1 when he allows at most one walk, but 6-13 otherwise.
Cole Croft
| 04/14/25 @ Thunder Ridge | 4 |
| 04/28/25 @ Idaho Falls | 2 |
| 04/07/25 vs Thunder Ridge | 2 |
| 03/21/25 vs Bishop Kelly | 2 |
| 04/17/25 vs Idaho Falls | 1 |
| + 2 more games |
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Cole Croft, who went 2-for-3 with one home run, two runs, and one double. Hillcrest is 3-1 when Croft posts two or more runs, but 5-13 otherwise.
Hillcrest's victory bumped their record up to 8-14. As for Idaho Falls, the defeat snapped their winning streak at three games and leaves them with a 8-17 record.
Coming up, Hillcrest will face off against Bonneville at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Bees will roll in looking for their fifth straight win, something the Knights surely won't give up without a fight. Idaho Falls does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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