Crystal Springs Uplands extended their losing streak to five on Tuesday, dropping them down to 1-8-1. They lost 14-5 to the Westmoor Rams. The Gryphons were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Rams apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in May of 2025.
Charlie Dyner was cooking despite his team's loss, going 1-for-3 with three stolen bases and two runs. Another player making a difference was Connor Uchida, who went 1-for-4 with one stolen base, one run, and one double.
As for Westmoor, their victory ended a seven-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 5-5. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won four games by eight runs or more this season.
On Westmoor's side, Jeremy Zhang was a major factor no matter where he played. He pitched 2.1 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Zhang is becoming a predictor of Westmoor's success: when he allows at most two hits the team is undefeated (and 2-5 when he doesn't). Zhang was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-2 with two RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Joshua Francisco, who got on base in all four of his plate appearances with four stolen bases, three runs, and one RBI. What's more, he posted two hits, the most he's had since back in April of 2025. Adolfo Fitoria was another key player, going 1-for-4 with two stolen bases, three runs, and one double.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Crystal Springs Uplands will host El Camino at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Gryphons' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Colts have averaged an impressive 9.5 runs per game this season. As for Westmoor, they will challenge Harker at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Rams' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Eagles have averaged an impressive 8.5 runs per game this season.
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