Laurel extended their losing streak to three on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 2-7-1 in the process. They fell 10-5 to the Crestwood Red Devils. The matchup marked the Gators' lowest-scoring contest so far this season.
As for Crestwood, the win (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 5-14. With that victory, they brought their scoring average up to 6.2 runs per game.
For Crestwood's part, Grace Harper made a splash while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out ten batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned (and three unearned) runs off six hits. That's the most strikeouts Harper has posted since back in March. She was also big at the plate, getting on base in four of her five plate appearances with one stolen base and two RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Bella Stier, who went 3-for-4 with three stolen bases, three RBI, and two runs. Another player making a difference was Kayleigh Helm, who got on base in four of her five plate appearances with one stolen base and one run.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Laurel will head out to challenge Chagrin Falls at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. The Gators are facing the Tigers at the right time seeing as the Tigers are stuck on a five-game losing streak. As for Crestwood, they will venture away from home to take on Kirtland at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. The Red Devils' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Hornets have averaged an impressive 7.4 runs per game this season.
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