Gulf Pointe Latin had to endure an eight-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. They won by a run and slipped past the East Hill Christian Eagles 8-7. The win was just what Gulf Pointe Latin needed coming off of a 12-5 defeat in their prior contest.
Isaac Garrett made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he struck out six batters over three innings while giving up just one earned run but no hits. Garrett was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing three bases while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, John DeFore was excellent, scoring a run and stealing three bases while getting on base in two of his four plate appearances.
On East Hill Christian's side, Harrison Fullerton made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
Gulf Pointe Latin made their fans wait, but they earned their first win of the season to make their record 1-5. As for East Hill Christian, they dropped their record down to 1-6 with that loss, which was their seventh straight on the road dating back to last season.
Coincidentally, the pair will both be playing Santa Rosa Christian the next time they take the field. East Hill Christian will head out to face Santa Rosa Christian at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, while Gulf Pointe Latin will host them at 5:00 p.m. on Friday.
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