The Alton Redbirds edged the Collinsville Kahoks 4-3 in a dramatic walk‑off victory that unfolded in the seventh inning. Grant Ely delivered a clutch bases‑loaded walk that plated the winning run, while Logan Hickman added his sixth home run of the season to spark the offense.
Calhoun Warriors rolled past Southwestern Piasa Birds 6-0, plating two runs each in the first, second and fifth innings to maintain a relentless lead. The shutout effort highlighted the team’s depth and pitching consistency.
Jersey Panthers secured their 20th win of the season, defeating Granite City Warriors 4-3 in a tightly contested game that kept their playoff hopes alive.
Father McGivney Griffins posted a 10‑0 shutout of Carrollton Hawks over five innings, showcasing a dominant pitching performance that left the opposition without a single run.
Other Notable Results
Effingham Flaming Hearts exploded for 14 runs in a 14‑0 victory over Civic Memorial Eagles, while Roxana Shells surged with a nine‑run fifth inning to beat Litchfield Purple Panthers 9‑2. Gillespie Miners added a three‑run seventh to down New Berlin Pretzels 5‑1, and Athens Warriors blanked Greenfield Tigers 6‑0 for their 14th win of the season. Woodlawn Cardinals edged Metro‑East Lutheran Knights 10‑8, rallying in the seventh with a two‑run burst.