Crystal Springs Uplands was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their seventh straight defeat. They fell just short of the Harker Eagles by a score of 10-8. One positive for Crystal Springs Uplands, at least, is that this was the most points they've scored all season.
Noah Sorger made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored a run while going 3-for-5. Brandon Ma was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 1-for-4.
Even though they lost, Crystal Springs Uplands was hitting in the alleys and finished the game with six doubles. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Harker only hit three.
On Harker's side, the team relied heavily on Shaurya Jain, who scored a run and stole two bases while getting on base in four of his six plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Aarav Borthakur, who went 2-for-6 with three RBI and a stolen base.
Crystal Springs Uplands' loss dropped their record down to 1-7. As for Harker, their win ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 8-7.
Crystal Springs Uplands will square off against More at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. As for Harker, they will be playing at home against Valley Christian at 3:00 p.m. in Saturday's first game. Valley Christian is coming into the game with four straight defeats on the road, meaning Harker will have to defend against a squad hungry for a victory.
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