Cuyahoga Falls's game on Thursday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Friday. They skirted past the Rootstown Rovers 4-2. The victory was some much needed relief for the Black Tigers as it spelled an end to their three-game losing streak.
The team relied heavily on Nick Purchase, who went 2-for-3 with two runs, one stolen base, and one double. That's the most runs he has posted since back in May of 2024. Gino Capretta was another key player, going 1-for-2 with one stolen base and one run.

Black Tigers
05/16/25 vs Rootstown | 37.5% |
05/15/25 @ Norton | 37% |
05/14/25 vs Highland | 36.8% |
05/05/25 vs Copley | 33.3% |
05/07/25 vs Copley | 30.8% |
Cuyahoga Falls was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .375. That's the best batting average they've posted all season.
Cuyahoga Falls' win bumped their record up to 5-16. As for Rootstown, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 13-8 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Cuyahoga Falls will venture away from home to take on Ellet at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. As for Rootstown, they will head out to square off against Rhodes at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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