Highlands extended their losing streak to nine on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 3-14 in the process. They lost 14-0 to the Vacaville Christian Falcons. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Falcons this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 12-0 on Tuesday.
As for Vacaville Christian, their victory was their fifth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 12-4. Those home wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 12.8 runs over those games.
For Vacaville Christian's part, Isaac Stanley and Zachary Romeo were major factors while hitting and pitching. Throwing, Stanley tossed one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, Romeo tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Stanley has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two hits in four consecutive appearances. At the plate, Stanley got on base in all three of his plate appearances with two runs and two RBI, while Romeo went 3-for-4 with one home run, two stolen bases, and three RBI. That's the most hits Romeo has posted since back in February.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Drew Lindsey, who got on base in two of his three plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI. Dylan Eddings was another key player, getting on base in both of his plate appearances with two runs.
Looking ahead, Highlands will challenge San Juan at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Vacaville Christian, they will face off against Colusa at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. The RedHawks will roll in looking for their fifth straight victory, something the Falcons surely won't give up without a fight.
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