Temple extended their losing streak to four on Tuesday, dropping their season record down to 7-20-1 in the process. They came up short against the Harker Heights Knights, falling 9-1. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Knights this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 8-2 last Thursday.
As for Harker Heights, the win (which was their fourth in a row) raised their record to 20-6-1. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won 14 matches by six runs or more this season.
For Harker Heights' part, Seth Martin was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only one hit over four innings pitched. Martin has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in six consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with two RBI and one run.
In other batting news, Corey McMillan was excellent, getting on base in four of his five plate appearances with one run and one RBI. What's more, he posted two hits, the most he's had since back in March. Another player making a difference was Jordan Wood, who went 1-for-3 with two runs and one RBI.
Coming up, Temple will be playing at home against Shoemaker at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Harker Heights, they will head out on the road to face off against Midway at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Panthers will roll in looking for their 14th straight victory, something the Knights surely won't give up without a fight.
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