FL Schaumburg Boomers

Boomers Edged in Series Finale

Published on July 3, 2016 under Frontier League (FL)
Schaumburg Boomers News Release


SCHAUMBURG, Ill. - Seth Webster threw his second complete game of the season, but the Schaumburg Boomers, presented by Wintrust Community Banks, struggled offensively in a 3-1 loss to the Normal CornBelters in the series finale on Sunday night before 6,398 fans.

Webster allowed just three runs in his nine innings, surrendering nine hits with no walks and seven strikeouts. Webster, the team's career leader in strikeouts, has struck out seven or more hitters in half of his starts this season. Normal built a 3-0 lead in the game, receiving solo homers from Dillon Haupt in the second and Nolan Meadows in the ninth. Schaumburg rallied in the ninth, bringing the tying run to the plate. Paul Kronenfeld tripled with two outs and scored on a Mikal Hill double. Ino Patron lined out to the wall in center to end the game. Five different individuals posted hits in the game.

The Boomers (22-23) continue the Independence Day fun with a special Monday afternoon matinee against the Joliet Slammers at 1:00 p.m. Make the Boomers part of your holiday plans before it is too late and still have time for more fun by calling (847) 461-FOWL (3695). Hear all of the game action this season on AM 1410 WRMN with the voice of the Boomers, Tim Calderwood.

More Info: The 2013 & 2014 Frontier League Champions and 2013 Organization of the Year, the Schaumburg Boomers are an independent professional baseball franchise based in Schaumburg, IL. Named after the Greater Prairie Chicken, which once roamed throughout Schaumburg and the surrounding areas in the 19th century, the Boomers excel in providing fun, affordable family entertainment and the best customer service in the business. With 48 home games including 20 fireworks shows, Boomers Stadium is the place to be for summer family fun! For more information, visit www.boomersbaseball.com.




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