Ruskin was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their 38th straight loss dating back to last season. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 7-6 heartbreaker at the hands of the Center Yellowjackets. The Golden Eagles were not able to make up for their defeat to the Yellowjackets from their previous meeting back in May of 2024.
Tae Finley made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-3 with five stolen bases and two runs. Eli Pitts was another key player, going 1-for-2 with three stolen bases, one run, and one RBI.
Ruskin's loss dropped their record down to 0-24. As for Center, the victory snapped their losing streak at seven games and leaves them with a 5-9 record.
Coming up, Ruskin will look to defend their home field on Friday against Chrisman at 4:00 p.m. The Golden Eagles are facing the Bears at the right time seeing as the Bears are stuck on a four-game losing streak. As for Center, they will venture away from home to challenge Cristo Rey Kansas City at 5:30 p.m. on Friday.
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