After low-scoring totals in their previous three contests, Laurel brought some dynamite into their most recent matchup. They were the clear victor by a 14-4 margin over the Northwestern Wildcats. Laurel's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Northwestern's part, Alberto Weaver was huge while hitting and pitching even without the win. On the mound, he struck out eight batters over five innings while giving up just one earned (and six unearned) runs off two hits. Weaver has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive pitching appearances. Weaver was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing two bases while getting on base in two of his three plate appearances.
In other batting news, Elias Medina was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 1-for-2.
Laurel's victory bumped their record up to 2-4. As for Northwestern, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-3.
Laurel will challenge DuVal on Tuesday. Laurel will be hoping to continue their three-game streak of scoring more runs each match than the last. As for Northwestern, they will head out on the road to square off against Flowers at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Northwestern is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 8.2 runs per game this season.
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