Laurens Academy was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their fifth straight defeat. They fell victim to a tough 17-10 loss at the hands of the Oakbrook Prep Knights. Even if Laurens Academy couldn't come away with the win, the high-scoring effort was a great turnaround for their hitters, which had struggled int the games prior.
Nathan Bell was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring a run and stealing three bases while going 2-for-4.
Even though they lost, Laurens Academy kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 15 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
Laurens Academy's defeat dropped their record down to 1-5. As for Oakbrook Prep, their victory ended a five-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 2-1.
Laurens Academy will take on King Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Oakbrook Prep, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Westgate Christian at 4:00 p.m.
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