Waldorf Baseball Falls to Northwestern in Day 2 of Weekend Series
| Final | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | R | H | E | |
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Northwestern | 2 | 10 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 19 | 21 | 1 |
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Waldorf | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 8 | 1 |
| Final | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | R | H | E | |
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Northwestern | 2 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 11 | 0 |
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Waldorf | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 7 | 3 |
FOREST CITY, Iowa. - The Waldorf Baseball team faced off against the Northwestern Raiders on Friday for day 2 of the doubleheader series in Forest City, Iowa.
In Game 1, Waldorf faced a tough defeat against Northwestern, with a final score of 6-4. Despite the outcome, Waldorf showcased commendable performances, particularly from Rylee Rauch, Cameren Rindone, Atticus Smith, and Ryan Webster, who each scored runs. Notably, Webster, along with Smith, contributed significantly with two RBIs each, bolstering the team's offensive strength during crucial moments of the game.
Ben Dornseif took to the mound as Waldorf's starting pitcher, navigating through the competitive lineup of Northwestern. One of the key turning points came in the 5th inning when Waldorf scored twice, narrowing the gap and keeping hopes alive. However, Northwestern managed to hold on to their early lead and secured the win. Ryan Webster earned additional recognition for his standout performance during the game, marking him as a key player.
In Game 2, Waldorf University Warriors were beaten by Northwestern with a final score of 19-3. Despite the trying result, there were notable performances and moments for the Warriors, which highlighted the resilience of the team.
From the start, Waldorf faced an uphill battle as Northwestern took an early lead, building a significant margin. Waldorf athletes, including Ryan Webster, I. Martin, and J. Walker, scored runs in a bid to shrink the widening gap, while their teammates, Drake Fetters, Seth Mifflin, and Tyler Wytulka, contributed valuable RBIs, driving in critical runs for the team. Despite these efforts, the Warriors faltered under the relentless offense of their opponents.
The game marked a significant moment for Rylee Rauch, who made his pitching debut for Waldorf. Although the final score did not favor Waldorf, Rauch's effort was recognized as he managed to showcase promising skills that could be crucial for future outings. Additionally, the Warriors displayed a fighting spirit in the later innings with rallies to narrow the lead of Northwestern.
As the Warriors regroup, they look forward to their next match on April 8, 2025, against Mount Mercy at their home field in Forest City, Iowa, where they aim to bounce back stronger.