Apex fought the good fight in their extra-innings matchup against Middle Creek on Wednesday but wound up with a less-than-desirable result. They fell just short of the Middle Creek Mustangs by a score of 7-6. Apex was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Middle Creek apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played last Monday.
Will Newton made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored three runs and stole two bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Drew Berenyi, who scored a run and stole two bases while going 1-for-3.
On Middle Creek's side, Casey Murray was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he tossed an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits (he also didn't allow any walks). Murray has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive pitching appearances. Murray was also big at the plate, scoring two runs while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
In other batting news, John Lupienski was incredible, scoring two runs while going 3-for-4.
Apex's defeat ended a seven-game streak of away wins and brought them to 11-4. As for Middle Creek, their victory was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 10-6.
Apex will head out on the road to square off against Athens Drive at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. The two teams have allowed few runs on average, (Athens Drive: 4.1, Apex: 3.5) so any runs scored will be well earned. As for Middle Creek, they will look to defend their home field on Thursday against Sanderson at 6:00 p.m. Middle Creek is facing Sanderson at the right time seeing as Sanderson is stuck on a seven-game losing streak.
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