Octorara Area had lost six straight at home, but on Wednesday they dropped their record down to 5-12 to make it seven. They came up short against the Cocalico Eagles, falling 9-0. The Braves were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Eagles earlier this season, when they won 2-0.
As for Cocalico, the victory snapped their losing streak at 11 games and leaves them with a 2-14 record. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Cocalico's part, Aiden Davis made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he didn't allow a single earned run while striking out seven over seven innings pitched. Davis also tossed no earned runs, which is notable because Cocalico is 2-1 when he allows at most three earned runs, but 0-13 otherwise. Davis was also solid in the batter's box, going 3-for-4 with one triple. That's the most hits he has posted since back in March.
In other batting news, Alex Fox was a standout: he went 4-for-5 with three RBI and one double. That's the most hits he has posted since back in March. Connor Horning was another key player, going 2-for-4 with two stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI.
Looking ahead, Octorara Area will challenge Pequea Valley at 4:15 p.m. on Friday. As for Cocalico, they will take on Solanco at 4:15 p.m. on Thursday.
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