Prairie Heights extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 16 on Saturday, dropping their season record down to 0-7 in the process. They fell 8-4 to the Woodlan Warriors. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Warriors this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 14-7 on Saturday.
Prairie Heights saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Lakyn Duke, who went 2-for-3 with two runs. Gavin Garman was another, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with one stolen base and one run.
As for Woodlan, the victory (which was their fifth in a row) raised their record to 7-2. The wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 3.0 runs on average over those games.
On Woodlan's side, Jordan Halsey made a splash while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over 5.2 innings while giving up four earned runs off four hits. Those seven strikeouts gave Halsey a new career-high. He was also big at the plate, going 3-for-4 with two runs, two doubles, and one stolen base. He also put up two RBI, which were his first of the season.
In other pitching news, Ben Delagrange looked comfortable as he tossed 1.1 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. He has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two hits any time he's pitched this season.
Back at the plate, Ashtin Jacquay was excellent, going 2-for-3 with four stolen bases and two runs. Those four stolen bases gave him a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Ethan Trygg, who went 2-for-4 with one double and one RBI.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Prairie Heights will venture away from home to square off against Central Noble at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Woodlan, they will take on New Haven at 5:00 p.m. on Monday.
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