Pinellas Park scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Friday. They were the clear victor by a 12-4 margin over the Lakewood Spartans. The victory was familiar territory for Pinellas Park who now have six in a row.
Dean Ross looked comfortable as he tossed 2.2 innings while giving up just one earned run off one hit (he also only allowed one walk).
At the plate, Pinellas Park got a massive performance out of Dane Merryweather, who scored two runs while going 4-for-4. Colby Redding was another key contributor, scoring three runs and stealing three bases while going 1-for-4.
On Lakewood's side, Xavier Terrell was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring a run and stealing two bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. Terrell is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now stolen at least one in the last four games he's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Mikal Morris, who scored two runs and stole two bases while going 1-for-3.
Pinellas Park is on a roll lately: they've won eight of their last nine matches, which provided a nice bump to their 11-8 record this season. As for Lakewood, they are on a 12-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-13.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Pinellas Park will take on Calvary Christian at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. Pinellas Park will be looking to keep their five-game home win streak alive. Lakewood will take on East Lake at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The last four games East Lake has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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