LAMP extended their losing streak to five on Thursday, dropping them down to 3-6. They were two runs away from ending the streak, but they lost a 12-10 heartbreaker at the hands of the Percy Julian Phoenix. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Phoenix this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 14-9 on Thursday.
As for Percy Julian, they pushed their record up to 6-4 with the win, which was their third straight at home. While they didn't have the best season last year (they finished 3-17), it's starting to look like those struggles are a thing of the past.
For Percy Julian's part, the team relied heavily on Braylon Matsey, who went 1-for-2 with one home run, two stolen bases, and two runs. That home run marked the first that Matsey has launched this season. John Holman was another key player, getting on base in all three of his plate appearances with two stolen bases and two runs.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. LAMP will venture away from home to square off against Trinity Presbyterian at 2:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Percy Julian, they will head out to face off against Reeltown at 4:00 p.m. on Friday.
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