Highland extended their losing streak to five on Thursday, dropping them down to 2-11. They lost 27-8 to the Murray Spartans. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Spartans this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 16-1 back in March.
As for Murray, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won ten of their last 11 games. That's provided a nice bump to their 13-4 record this season. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Murray's part, Maddie Bigelow was a standout: she got on base in all five of her plate appearances with three runs, three doubles, and four RBI. Those three doubles gave Bigelow a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Avery Van Reimann, who went a perfect 4-for-4 with five RBI, three runs, and one stolen base.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Highland will challenge Juan Diego Catholic at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Murray, they will face off against Skyline at 3:30 p.m. on Friday.
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