Purcell Marian was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their seventh straight loss. They lost 13-0 to the Roger Bacon Spartans. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Purcell Marian of the 5-0 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture on Wednesday.
For Roger Bacon's part, Kyle Miller was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Miller was also big at the plate, scoring a run while going 1-for-2.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Isaiah Anderson, who went 1-for-2 with a home run, four RBI, and two runs. Another player making a difference was Avery Battle, who scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-2.
Purcell Marian's loss dropped their record down to 7-15. As for Roger Bacon, their win ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 10-10.
Purcell Marian will be playing in front of their home fans against Spencer Center at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Roger Bacon, they will face off against Madeira at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. Madeira will roll in looking for their fifth straight victory, something Roger Bacon surely won't give up without a fight.
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