Alton's baseball squad posted a decisive 4-0 victory over Belleville East on Tuesday, highlighted by a dominant relief effort from Jack Puent and a stellar outing from Anderson Kaufmann.
Kaufmann delivered five innings of shutout baseball, striking out ten batters while walking none and surrendering just a single hit, a performance that underscored his growing reputation on the mound.
Key Performances
Puent’s two‑inning relief appearance preserved the lead, allowing the offense to pull away and secure the shutout.
The win was part of a busy night across the region, where Edwardsville edged Collinsville 9-5 in a tightly contested matchup.
Roxana followed with a 12-8 triumph over Gillespie, while Southwestern routed East Alton‑Wood River 18-1 in a display of offensive firepower.
Freeburg also shined, defeating Marquette Catholic 12-2, and Carlinville bested New Berlin 9-5 in a low‑scoring affair.
Red Bud added a 7-2 victory over Metro‑East Lutheran, and Buffalo Tri‑City closed the slate with a 20-5 win against Bunker Hill.
These results reflect a competitive Southwestern Conference schedule, with multiple teams posting strong offensive outputs and solid pitching performances.