Franklin Heights extended their losing streak to 13 on Friday, dropping their season record down to 4-16-1 in the process. They came up short against the Bishop Ready Silver Knights, falling 9-0. The loss was just more heartbreak for the Falcons, who have now lost three close ones in a row against the Silver Knights.
As for Bishop Ready, their victory ended a three-game drought at home and bumped them up to 8-12. They not only won on Friday, but they posted their biggest win since April 10th (when they won 23-3).
For Bishop Ready's part, Jacob Cheatham made a big impact no matter where he played. He didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only one hit while striking out 12 over seven innings pitched. Cheatham is becoming a predictor of Bishop Ready's success: when he allows at most one hit the team is 2-1 (and 6-11 when he doesn't). Cheatham was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with two runs. That's the most runs he has posted since back in April.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Kasen Abbott, who went 1-for-2 with two RBI and one run. That's the most RBI he has posted since back in April.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Franklin Heights will host Mifflin at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Bishop Ready, they will be playing at home against Westerville North at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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