Recent Baseball and Softball Game Highlights
Armstrong-Potomac Trojans dominated the baseball field with a 9-2 victory over the Watseka Warriors in Vermilion Valley Conference play. The Trojans (9-1) came out swinging, scoring two runs in the first inning, one run in the second, and three runs in the third to secure the win. Kollin Asbury and Colton Murphy led the offensive charge with two hits each, with Asbury driving in two runs. On the defensive side, Asbury, Bowen Hesterberg, and Ryan Edwards combined for 12 strikeouts against the Warriors.
In another VVC matchup, Bismarck-Henning/Rossville-Alvin Blue Devils (13-6) cruised to a 17-0 victory over Georgetown-Ridge Farm Buffaloes. Chaz Dubois had a stellar performance with three hits and three runs scored, while Jordan Johnson added two hits to power the Blue Devils to victory. Pitcher Anderson Thomas shut down the Buffaloes, allowing only one hit in the shutout win.
In a high-scoring affair, Champaign Central Maroons (8-9) dominated Peoria Lions in a doubleheader, winning the first game 32-0 and the second game 20-0. Luke McClure, Charlie Hobbs, Aiden Elliott, Oliver Brandow, and T.J. Pipkins led the offensive onslaught with multiple hits each, securing the sweep for the Maroons.
Overall, it was a thrilling day of baseball action with multiple teams showcasing their talent and determination on the field. Stay tuned for more exciting matchups in the world of baseball.