Holy Ghost Prep had to endure a four-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. Their pitchers stepped up to hand the Central Bucks West Bucks a 7-0 shutout on Wednesday. This was payback for Holy Ghost Prep, who suffered a 4-3 defeat the last time these two teams met.
Holy Ghost Prep got a great performance from Justin Lucas as he didn't allow a single earned run while striking out ten over five innings pitched. Lucas has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks every time he's pitched this season.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Edwin Rosado, who scored a run and stole two bases while going 2-for-4. Alex Hubbard was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-4.
Holy Ghost Prep's victory bumped their record up to 4-5. As for Central Bucks West, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 2-4 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Holy Ghost Prep will take on Northeast at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Central Bucks West, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Harry S. Truman at 3:45 p.m. on Monday.
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