It was a good run, but Lafayette unfortunately witnessed the end of their three-game winning streak on Sunday. They fell 8-4 to the Tates Creek Commodores. Lafayette was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Tates Creek apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in April of 2023.
For Tates Creek's part, Carson Van Haaren tossed a big game, tossing five innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off five hits. Van Haaren has been consistent recently: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in four consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Jamison Craig and Cash Doolin did most of the damage at the plate: Craig scored two runs while going 3-for-3, while Doolin scored a run while going 3-for-3. Another player making a difference was Finley Insko, who scored a run while going 1-for-4.
Lafayette's defeat dropped their record down to 10-10. As for Tates Creek, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 10-13.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Lafayette will play host again on Tuesday to welcome Lexington Catholic, where first pitch is scheduled at 6:00 p.m. As for Tates Creek, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Christian Academy-Louisville at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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