Wise extended their losing streak to six on Friday, dropping their season record down to 2-13 in the process. They lost 11-1 to the Laurel Spartans. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Spartans this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 8-2 back in March.
Jordan Hicks made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and got on base in all three of his plate appearances with four stolen bases and one run. Another player making a difference was Elijah Reed, who went 1-for-2 with three stolen bases.
As for Laurel, their record now sits at 4-8. The high-scoring effort was just what they needed considering they were shut out in their previous contest.
On Laurel's side, Aiden Lee was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he struck out 13 batters over five innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits. Those 13 strikeouts gave Lee a new career-high. He was also solid in the batter's box, earning two runs and two stolen bases. Those runs were his first of the season.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on CJ DeTurris, who got on base in three of his four plate appearances with four stolen bases and two runs. Those four stolen bases gave him a new career-high. Demerius Custis was another key player, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with two stolen bases and one run.
Coming up, Wise will be playing in front of their home fans against Flowers at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Laurel, they will take on Bladensburg on Monday. The Spartans are facing the Mustangs at the right time seeing as the Mustangs are stuck on a seven-game losing streak.
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