Monday just wasn't the day for Highland Prep's offense. They suffered a tough 24-0 loss at the hands of the Northland Prep Academy Spartans on Monday. The defeat means Highland Prep is still on the hunt for the season's first 'W'.
For Northland Prep Academy's part, Jordan Donahue made a big impact no matter where he played. On the mound, he kept things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out 11 over four innings pitched. Donahue has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. Donahue was even better at the plate, firing off two home runs, ten RBI, and four runs while going 5-for-5.
In other batting news, Blayden Cosper and Sawyer Gesten did most of the damage at the plate: Cosper scored four runs and stole a base while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances, while Gesten scored three runs and stole a base while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances. Cosper continues to roll, besting his previous point total in each of the last three games he's played. Michael Cary was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-4.
Highland Prep's loss dropped their record down to 0-9-1. As for Northland Prep Academy, their victory ended a five-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 2-4.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Highland Prep will take on Phoenix Country Day at 3:45 p.m. on Wednesday. Phoenix Country Day is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 6.7 runs per game this season. As for Northland Prep Academy, they will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against Red Rock at 3:45 p.m. Northland Prep Academy is facing Red Rock at the right time seeing as Red Rock is stuck on an 11-game losing streak.
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