In a thrilling baseball matchup, Seneca defeated Dwight with a score of 3-1 in a Tri-County Conference showdown. Austin Aldridge was the standout player of the game, going 1 for 3 with a homer and an RBI. Paxton Giertz also had a strong performance, going 2 for 3 at the plate, while Josh Lucas and Cameron Shriey each drove in a run. Aldridge showcased his skills on the mound as well, striking out six batters through seven innings of work.
Meanwhile, in another exciting game, Morris dominated Rochelle with a score of 10-0 in just five innings to secure an Interstate 8 Conference victory. Jack Wheeler and Cody DelFavero combined to drive in four runs, with DelFavero also impressing on the mound by striking out 11 batters and allowing just two hits.
In the Southwest Suburban Conference, Lincoln-Way West emerged victorious over Homewood-Flossmoor with a score of 12-2 in five innings. Conor Essenburg had a stellar performance, going 1 for 2 with a homer and two RBIs. Anthony Massa, Lucas Acevedo, Josh Howard, and Ian Hazelip also contributed to the win with multiple RBIs. Colin McCarty pitched a solid game, striking out five batters through five innings.
These games showcased the talent and competitiveness of the teams, providing an exciting day of baseball for fans and players alike.