Normal West High School baseball team scores five runs in the 8th inning to defeat Bloomington 8-3 in a Big 12 Conference game. Key plays included a hit by pitch, a bunt, walks, and wild pitches contributing to the scoring.

By the Numbers
  • Normal West had 8 hits in the game.
  • Wildcats' Blake Crancer scored three runs, had three hits, and stole five bases.
Yes, But

Bloomington coach noted that the 8th inning was disastrous for his team due to a lack of strikes thrown.

State of Play
  • Normal West is 5-5 overall and 1-0 in Big 12 play.
  • Bloomington stands at 6-4 overall and 1-1 in the league.
  • The teams are scheduled to meet again on Monday at West.
What's Next

The rematch between Normal West and Bloomington is set for Monday with first pitch at 4:30 p.m.

Bottom Line

Normal West's late-game offensive surge led to a decisive victory over Bloomington, showcasing key players like Blake Crancer and setting the stage for their upcoming rematch.