Preston was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their fourth straight loss. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 14-13 heartbreaker at the hands of the Fairmont Senior Polar Bears. The Knights were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Polar Bears earlier this season, when they won 9-0.
Lyric Moats led a balanced group of hitters, going 2-for-3 with four RBI, one run, and one double. Another player making a difference was Tanner Thomas, who went 2-for-4 with two stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI.
Preston's record is now 7-13. As for Fairmont Senior, their victory ended a seven-game drought at home and bumped them up to 3-16.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Preston will welcome University at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Fairmont Senior, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Elkins at 5:30 p.m.
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