Glide came into Thursday's match having lost seven straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They were the clear victor by a 19-4 margin over the St. Mary's Crusaders on Thursday. Glide's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Lucas Miller was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he tossed an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Miller was even better at the plate, scoring four runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-4. He has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last four times he's played.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Dylan Standley, who scored three runs and stole two bases while getting on base in all five of his plate appearances. He has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times he's played. Another player making a difference was Elijah Hatfield, who scored three runs while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances.
Glide's victory bumped their record up to 4-9. As for St. Mary's, they dropped their record down to 0-5 with that loss, which was their third straight at home.
The teams didn't have to wait long for a rematch: Glide beat St. Mary's by a score of 24-1 later that day.
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