If STEMCivics was riding high off their 16-6 takedown of Moorestown Friends last Monday, their most recent game may have dampened their spirits a bit. STEMCivics lost 13-2 to the Highland Park Owls on Wednesday.
For Highland Park's part, Dorian Crocco made a big impact no matter where he played. On the mound, he pitched five innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off six hits. Crocco was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing five bases while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Aidan O'Connell, who scored three runs and stole five bases while going 3-for-4. Another player making a difference was Seamus MacKinnon, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-3.
STEMCivics' defeat dropped their record down to 1-10. As for Highland Park, their victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 7-9.
STEMCivics will face off against Doane Academy at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. STEMCivics is no doubt hoping to put an end to a 12-game streak of away losses dating back to last season. As for Highland Park, they will look to defend their home field on Monday against East Brunswick Vo-Tech at 4:00 p.m.
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