Despite a phenomenal run in the regular season, University School couldn't carry that success into this playoff game. They fell 9-4 to the Hoover Vikings on Tuesday. University School's loss signaled the end of their three-game winning streak.
University School saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Riley Penn, who scored a run while going 4-for-4. Penn has been consistent recently: he hasn't pitched less than five innings in three consecutive pitching appearances.
On Hoover's side, Drake Cooper was excellent, scoring two runs and stealing three bases while going 2-for-2.
University School's defeat dropped their record down to 23-6. As for Hoover, the victory (which was their fourth in a row) raised their record to 18-8.
University School does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Hoover, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Mayfield at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. Hoover will be looking to keep their three-game home win streak alive.
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