It was a good run, but Madison Highland Prep unfortunately witnessed the end of their four-game winning streak on Thursday. They suffered a rough 6-0 loss at the hands of the Arizona Lutheran Academy Coyotes. Considering the last time Madison Highland Prep couldn't score was back in March, the team can't take the result too hard.
For Arizona Lutheran Academy's part, Corey Riesop and Ryan Pufahl were a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, Riesop tossed an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits (he also didn't allow any walks). Meanwhile, Pufahl didn't allow a single earned run while striking out six over six innings pitched. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't pitched less than five innings in three consecutive pitching appearances. At the plate, Riesop scored two runs and stole three bases while going 2-for-3, while Pufahl got no hits from his three at bats.
In other batting news, Jorge Lomeli was incredible, scoring two runs and stealing three bases while going 2-for-3. Rafael Guerrero was another key contributor, going 2-for-3 with two RBI.
Madison Highland Prep's defeat dropped their record down to 10-7. As for Arizona Lutheran Academy, their victory was their tenth straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 15-2.
Madison Highland Prep will head out on the road to square off against Crismon at 3:45 p.m. on Friday. Madison Highland Prep is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 7.9 runs per game this season. As for Arizona Lutheran Academy, they will be playing in front of their home fans against St. John Paul II Catholic at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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