Will Cook County News

By Claude Martinez.

Blue Island – The game began under overcast skies, but the sun gradually made its appearance on April 3.

The Dwight D. Eisenhower Cardinals hosted the Oak Forest Bengals in a South Suburban Conference matchup. Coming into the game, the Cardinals held a 3-2 record, while the Bengals were looking to find their footing after struggling to a 1-5 start.

It would take some time, but the Bengals would ultimately overcome their early-season challenges.

On the mound for Oak Forest was senior pitcher Justin Gibbs, who made a significant impact throughout the game.

FINAL: Oak Forest 5, Eisenhower 1.

The WCCN Player of the Game went to senior left-handed pitcher Justin Gibbs, who recorded a no-hitter, 11 strikeouts, and hit three singles.

The no-hitter was nearly broken up early, but his teammate, left fielder Gage Tokarz, made an incredible catch to save the day in the third.

On the day, Tokarz delivered with 2 RBIs, a double, a single, and a stolen base.

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Special thank you to Matt Gorney (Oak Forest head coach) and Jamie Escobedo (Eisenhower head coach).

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