It was a good run, but Apex unfortunately witnessed the end of their ten-game winning streak on Friday. They took a 4-0 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Apex Friendship Patriots. The match marked that first time this season in which Apex was not able to get on the board.
Apex got a good showing from Jace Shoffner, who tossed 2.1 innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits (he also didn't allow any walks).
On Apex Friendship's side, the result came thanks to Owen Cirasole's shutout, as he gave up just seven hits. Cirasole has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up a single walk in three consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Brendan Patience was excellent, going 3-for-3 with a stolen base and two RBI. JJ Vondette was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 2-for-3.
Apex's loss ended a three-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 10-3. As for Apex Friendship, they are on a roll lately: they've won six of their last seven matchups, which provided a massive bump to their 7-6 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Apex will take on Middle Creek at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. Apex is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 8 runs per game this season. As for Apex Friendship, they will be playing at home against Willow Spring at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. Willow Spring is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 6.9 runs per game this season.
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