Twin River couldn't quite beat Grand Island Central Catholic on Thursday, but the two-run margin was a huge improvement compared to the 12-run defeat they were dealt last Tuesday. The Twin River Titans fell just short of the Grand Island Central Catholic Crusaders by a score of 7-5. The Titans haven't had much luck with the Crusaders recently, as the team's come up short the last four times they've met.
Marcie Spitz spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned (and four unearned) runs on ten hits. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than one walk in six consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, JLee Van Driel was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Emily Dohmen, who scored two runs while going 2-for-4.
Twin River's loss ended an eight-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 20-5. As for Grand Island Central Catholic, their victory bumped their record up to 12-9.
Twin River will host Pierce on Tuesday. Twin River is facing Pierce at the right time seeing as Pierce is stuck on a four-game losing streak. As for Grand Island Central Catholic, they will welcome Wahoo on Tuesday.
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