SCHAUMBURG, Ill.  — The two-time defending Frontier League Champion Schaumburg Boomers, presented by Wintrust Community Banks, could not hold a pair of two-run leads in losing a 5-4 contest to the Frontier Greys on Thursday night.

The first two-run advantage came in the first inning. Willi Martin drove home his first run as a professional with a two-out single, scoringMike Schulze, who extended his on-base streak to 24 games with a walk. Justin Vasquez followed with an RBI double, plating Alexi Colon. The Greys battled back, scoring in the seventh to tie the game. Schaumburg netted two in the bottom of the seventh to once again move ahead at 4-2. The first run crossed on an error after a bunt single from Michael Valadez while the second scored on a double fromJordan Dean. The Greys notched three in the eighth and were able to hold on for the decision.

Raul Jacobson allowed just one run in six innings in his third professional start for the Boomers but did not factor in the decision. Jacobson struck out six and did not walk a batter. Vasquez finished with three hits for Schaumburg and put together five in the series and six over his last three starts.

Schaumburg (18-24) continues the homestand by kicking off Independence Day weekend against the Evansville Otters on Friday night with a patriotic hat giveaway, courtesy of Country Financial. The contest will also feature extended fireworks presented by Wintrust Community Banks. RHP Eddie Cody (5-1, 2.33) is the scheduled starter for the Boomers against RHP Tyler Vail (3-2, 4.46). Hear all of the action on AM 1410 WRMN with the voice of the Boomers, Tim Calderwood. Ensure your place in the fun at Boomers Stadium this summer by calling (847) 461-FOWL (3695).

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, Ill. The Boomers have captured the back-to-back titles for the Village of Schaumburg and for team owners’ Chicago Personal Injury Attorney Patrick A Salvi and his wife, Lindy Salvi. The Boomers specialize in providing fun, affordable family entertainment and will be hosting the 2015 Frontier League All-Star Game on July 15th. For more information, visit www.boomersbaseball.com.