Claymont was not able to break out of their rough patch on Wednesday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 3-2 heartbreaker at the hands of the Tuscarawas Valley Trojans. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Trojans this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 12-2 last Monday.
Jackson Jinks made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances. Those runs were his first of the season.
Claymont's loss dropped their record down to 2-5. As for Tuscarawas Valley, the win keeps they at an undefeated 4-0.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Claymont will square off against Edison at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Tuscarawas Valley, they will face off against Waynedale at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday.
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