After low-scoring totals in their previous three contests, Lathrop brought some dynamite into their most recent contest. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 10-9 victory over the River Islands Riptide on Friday. The Spartans' hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Tommy Hammond was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching two innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing Two bases. while getting on base in three of his five plate appearances. Those two stolen bases gave him a new career-high.
In other batting news, Lathrop got a massive performance out of Angel Sararan, who went 2-for-4 with two stolen bases, four RBI, and one run. Another player making a difference was Santino Arranaga, who went 2-for-4 with two runs, one triple, and two RBI.
Spartans
| 03/07/25 @ River Islands | 10-9 |
| 03/04/25 vs Edison | 0-6 |
| 02/28/25 vs Ripon Christian | 0-12 |
| 02/26/25 @ Stagg | 0-11 |
| 02/25/25 vs Chavez | 5-4 |
Lathrop's win ended a five-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 2-6. As for River Islands, their loss ended a five-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 6-2.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Lathrop will square off against Grace Davis at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Grace Davis will roll in looking for their sixth straight victory, something Lathrop surely won't give up without a fight. As for River Islands, they will challenge Delta at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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