Lincoln High lost against Lincoln North Star back in April of 2023, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Thursday. The Lincoln High Links lost 8-1 to the Lincoln North Star Navigators. Lincoln High has now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Lincoln High got a good showing from Lucas Long, who struck out six batters over 2.1 innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits (and only one walk).
On the hitting side, Lincoln High saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Noah Thiele, who went 1-for-3 with a double and an RBI.
On Lincoln North Star's side, Braeden Sunken was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Sunken was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring three runs and stealing three bases while going 3-for-4. He has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times he's played.
In other batting news, Sam Schaefer was incredible, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances. Austin McKillip was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 2-for-3.
Lincoln High's loss dropped their record down to 5-15. As for Lincoln North Star, their record now sits at 9-14.
Lincoln High will head out on the road to square off against Pius X at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday. Pius X is coming into the match with three straight defeats at home, meaning Lincoln High will have to defend against a squad hungry for a win. Lincoln North Star will take on Creighton Prep at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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