Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Highland). They came out on top against the Merrillville Pirates by a score of 13-9 on Saturday. This was payback for the Trojans, who suffered a 2-1 defeat the last time these two teams met.
Joe Stephan looked comfortable as he tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks any time he's pitched this season.
Cash Washick
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On the hitting side, Cash Washick was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-3. Those three runs gave him a new career-high. Caden Quigg was another key player, scoring three runs and stealing three bases while going 2-for-5.
Highland kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
Highland's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-3. As for Merrillville, they are on a five-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-4.
Coming up, Highland will take on Munster at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. The Trojans' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Mustangs have averaged an impressive 8 runs per game this season. As for Merrillville, they will challenge Portage at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Indians will roll in looking for their sixth straight win, something the Pirates surely won't give up without a fight.
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