Lakewood had to endure a three-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They blew past the Union Spartans 13-2. The win was just what Lakewood needed coming off of a 15-0 loss in their prior match.
Samuel Johnson made a splash no matter where he played. On the mound, he struck out ten batters over 4.2 innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off two hits. Johnson has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two hits in four consecutive pitching appearances. Johnson was also big at the plate, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Landon Neal, who went 3-for-3 with two runs, a triple, and a stolen base. Rylan Godbold was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 1-for-3.
Lakewood's victory bumped their record up to 5-9. As for Union, their defeat was their 16th straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 0-9.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Lakewood will take on Neuse Charter at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Lakewood is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 8.8 runs per game this season. As for Union, they will look to defend their home field on Monday against Rosewood at 6:00 p.m. Rosewood is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 8.4 runs per game this season.
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