Scripps Ranch was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their fourth straight loss. They wound up on the wrong side of a rough 14-8 walloping at the hands of the Maranatha Christian Eagles.
Scripps Ranch got a good showing from Kaden Boyd, who didn't allow a single earned run while striking out six over four innings pitched. Boyd has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Dominic Procopio made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored a run while going 1-for-2.
Even though they lost, Scripps Ranch was hitting in the alleys and finished the game with three doubles. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Maranatha Christian only hit no.
On Maranatha Christian's side, the team relied heavily on Zeke Smith, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 3-for-5. The team also got some help courtesy of Charlie Morse, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-4.
Scripps Ranch's defeat dropped their record down to 4-10. As for Maranatha Christian, they have been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five contests, which provided a nice bump to their 10-3 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Scripps Ranch will take on Cathedral Catholic at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Cathedral Catholic's pitching crew has only allowed 2.7 runs per game this season, so Scripps Ranch's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Maranatha Christian, they will be playing at home against Francis Parker at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Maranatha Christian will be looking to keep their nine-game home win streak dating back to last season alive.
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