Shirley had lost six straight at home dating back to last season, but on Thursday they dropped down to 2-10 to make it seven. They lost 17-3 to the West Side Eagles. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Eagles this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 19-1 back in March.
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Shirley saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Kanin Lasater, who went 1-for-3 with one triple, one stolen base, and two RBI. Lasater has been hot, having posted at least one stolen base the last five times he's played. Daylon Baker also deserves some recognition as he got his first hit of the season.
As for West Side, their record now sits at 10-6. The result was nothing new for the Eagles, who have now won nine contests by ten runs or more so far this season.
On West Side's side, Brooks Hipp was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (and only one walk). Hipp was also big at the plate, getting on base in all five of his plate appearances with two stolen bases, three runs, and one triple. West Side is undefeated when Hipp posts two or more runs, but 0-6 otherwise.
In other batting news, Dillon Knighten was a standout: he went a perfect 3-for-3 with three RBI and two runs. Those three RBI gave him a new career-high. Mason Bailey was another key player, going 2-for-3 with two stolen bases, three RBI, and one run.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Shirley will venture away from home to face off against Norfork at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for West Side, they will head out to challenge Wonderview at 4:30 p.m. on Monday.
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