Octorara Area came into Thursday's match having lost three straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They had just enough and edged the Cocalico Eagles out 15-14. Octorara Area's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
The team relied heavily on Raymond (Nic) McKenna, who scored two runs and stole three bases while going 4-for-5. The team also got some help courtesy of Aidan Marsh, who went 2-for-5 with four RBI, a triple, and a run.
On Cocalico's side, Trent Dickson made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and got on base in four of his five plate appearances with a home run, three runs, and three RBI. Another player making a difference was Brayden Burkholder, who went 1-for-4 with a home run, two runs, and a stolen base.
Octorara Area's win ended a four-game drought on the road and puts them at 2-5. As for Cocalico, they now have a losing record at 3-4.
Coincidentally, both teams will both be playing Manheim Central the next time they take the field. Cocalico will head out to face Manheim Central at 4:15 p.m. on Friday, while Octorara Area will host them at 4:15 p.m. on Monday.
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