Highlands Latin extended their losing streak to three on Monday, dropping their season record down to 3-8 in the process. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 12-11 heartbreaker at the hands of the Bluegrass United Bluehawks. Even if the Highlanders 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.
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Luke Hamilton (Luke) made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and got on base in all five of his plate appearances with three runs, three RBI, and two doubles. He has been hot recently, having also posted at least one stolen base the last three times he's played. Another player making a difference was Logan Potlizer, who got on base in all four of his plate appearances with two runs, one double, and one RBI.
As for Bluegrass United, they have been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five contests. That's provided a massive bump to their 9-12 record this season. Those victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 9.2 runs over those games.
On Bluegrass United's side, Hayden Westfall was incredible, going 3-for-4 with four RBI and two doubles. Those two doubles gave Westfall a new career-high. Kenton Brooks was another key player, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with four runs and one RBI.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Highlands Latin will square off against Christian Educational Consortium at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Bluegrass United, they will welcome Nicholas County at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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