Guilderland is preparing for their first league matchup of the season on Thursday. They will head out to face off against the Bethlehem Central Eagles at 4:15 p.m. Given that the two teams suffered a loss in their last games, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this game.
Guilderland is headed into Thursday's contest looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their sixth straight game dating back to last season on Wednesday. They were two runs away from ending the streak, but they lost an 8-6 heartbreaker at the hands of Columbia. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest loss the Flying Dutchmen have suffered since April 25, 2024.
Nick Scott was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring a run while going 2-for-3. Another player making a difference was Paxton McBride, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-3.
Meanwhile, Bethlehem Central lost 17-3 to Saratoga Springs on Friday. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest defeat the Eagles have suffered against the Blue Streaks since May 2, 2018.
Bethlehem Central also got a good showing from Evan O'Connell, who tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits.
At the plate, Bethlehem Central saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Eli Proper, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-2.
Guilderland's record is now 0-2. As for Bethlehem Central, their record now sits at 1-1.
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