Portage's last matchup with Homer-Center could've gone either way, but unfortunately the same can't be said for the pair's matchup on Thursday. The Mustangs came up short against the Wildcats, falling 11-2. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest defeat the Mustangs have suffered against the Wildcats since April 13, 2018.
Portage saw six different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Tony Lawrence, who went 1-for-3 with two RBI and one double. Those RBI marked the first that Lawrence has brought in this season.
Portage has traveled a rocky road recently, having lost six of their last seven contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-7 record this season. As for Homer-Center, the victory (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 8-3.
We've got plenty of inter-conference action coming up soon. Portage is set to face off against their familiar foe Conemaugh Township at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Homer-Center will square off against rival Purchase Line at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The timing is sure in the Wildcats' favor as the squad sits on three straight wins at home while the Red Dragons have been banged up by three consecutive losses on the road.
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