The Baxter baseball squad finally found its rhythm on June 12, routing the Dunkerton Bulldogs 16-0 in a game that turned a week of mixed results into a clear statement of intent.
At the heart of the offensive onslaught was senior Blake Maxwell, who delivered three hits and three RBIs, driving in crucial runs early and keeping the scoreboard ticking.
Pitcher Colton Moffit anchored the effort, tossing a shutout over four innings and fanning ten batters, a performance that underscored his reliability on the mound.
Key Performances
Hayden Burdess added two hits, three runs and two RBIs, while Cael Wishman contributed two hits, three runs, two RBIs and three steals, and Liam Trent chipped in a hit, two runs and two RBIs.
The week had not been kind to Baxter. Just two days earlier, the team fell 1-0 to Janesville despite a strong outing from Moffit, who struck out eleven in seven frames but received scant run support.
A no‑hit loss to Don Bosco on June 10 added insult to injury, as freshmen Brady Brasch and Leo Tisue combined to silence the Baxter bats, and Wishman took the loss after surrendering four earned runs in a single inning.
Despite the setbacks, the team showed flashes of brilliance, with Wishman’s all‑round effort and the collective offensive surge hinting at a turnaround.
Looking Ahead
Coach and players are now focused on converting the offensive firepower into consistent results, aiming to tighten up pitching and defensive execution as the season moves forward.