If Hanson Memorial was feeling good fresh off their 14-7 takedown of Centerville last Tuesday, their most recent game may have dampened their spirits a bit. Hanson Memorial fell just short of Ascension Episcopal by a score of 5-3 on Thursday. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest defeat the Tigers have suffered since April 11, 2024.
Luke Spangler was huge while hitting and pitching even without the win. He struck out six batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits (and only one walk). What's more, he gave up only zero earned runs, the fewest he's had since back in February. He was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run while going 1-for-2.
Loren Wells
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Spangler wasn't the only one making solid contact as three players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Loren Wells, who scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-3. Wells is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now snagged at least one in each of the last three games he's played.
Hanson Memorial dropped their record down to 9-9-1 with the loss, which was their fourth straight on the road. As for Ascension Episcopal, they are on a roll lately: they've won 13 of their last 14 matches. That's provided a nice bump to their 21-3 record this season.
Hanson Memorial will head out to take on Central Catholic at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Ascension Episcopal, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Kaplan at 6:00 p.m.
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