East Hardy extended their losing streak to three on Wednesday, dropping their season record down to 5-13 in the process. They came up short against the Frankfort Falcons, falling 12-1. Having soared to a lofty 11 runs in the game before, the Cougars couldn't push the score so high this time.
As for Frankfort, they pushed their record up to 16-6 with the win, which was their 20th straight at home dating back to last season. Those home victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 3.3 runs on average over those games.
For Frankfort's part, Lane Lease made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching three innings while giving up just one earned run off one hit. Lease has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two hits in five consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, getting on base in two of his three plate appearances with two runs.
In other pitching news, Jesus Perdew looked comfortable as he tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. What's more, he posted two strikeouts, the most he's had since back in April of 2024.
Back at the plate, Blake Jacobs was incredible, going 2-for-3 with three RBI, two runs, and one stolen base. He has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times he's played. Gunnar Bradshaw was another key player, going 1-for-2 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
Coming up, East Hardy will square off against Northern Garrett at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Frankfort, they will take on Bridgeport at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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