Polytechnic was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their fourth straight loss. They might be feeling deja-vu: they lost 3-2 to the Rio Hondo Prep Kares, which was the same score (and result) they got the week prior. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Kares this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 3-2 on Tuesday.
Caiden Kennedy spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered three earned runs on five hits and racked up nine Ks. He has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Polytechnic saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Alex Chui, who went 1-for-3 with one double and one RBI. That double marked the first that Chui has hit this season.
Polytechnic's defeat dropped their record down to 3-11. As for Rio Hondo Prep, the victory (which was their 12th in a row) raised their record to 14-2.
Coincidentally, Polytechnic and Rio Hondo Prep will both be playing Providence the next time they take the field. The Panthers will head out to face the Pioneers at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, while the Kares will host them at 3:15 p.m. on the 29th.
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