Cumberland was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their sixth straight loss. They were two runs away from ending the streak, but they lost a 5-3 heartbreaker at the hands of the Highland Regional Tartans. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest defeat the Colts have suffered against the Tartans since April 25, 2018.
Mark Sooy was a force to be reckoned with on the mound despite the final result: he struck out six batters over six innings while giving up three earned (and two unearned) runs off eight hits.
At the plate, Kevin Fiorani was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring a run while going 3-for-4. That run was his first of the season.
Cumberland's loss dropped their record down to 1-6. As for Highland Regional, they pushed their record up to 4-2 with the victory, which was their third straight at home.
Coming up, Cumberland is taking a road trip to take on Delsea at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Highland Regional, they will challenge Camden Academy Charter at 4:00 p.m. on Friday.
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