Lakewood was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their eighth straight loss. They lost 16-1 to the Point Pleasant Beach Garnet Gulls. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Lakewood of the 22-2 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture last Tuesday.
For Point Pleasant Beach's part, Brody Powers looked comfortable as he struck out seven batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits.
On the hitting side, Point Pleasant Beach got a big performance out of DANIEL STORCH, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-2. Another player making a difference was NOAH BANICK, who scored two runs and stole two bases while going 1-for-1.
Lakewood's loss dropped their record down to 1-8. As for Point Pleasant Beach, their victory was their fifth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 15-1.
Lakewood will head out on the road to face off against St. Rose at 3:45 p.m. on Monday. As for Point Pleasant Beach, they will challenge Manchester Township at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. Manchester Township will roll in looking for their fifth straight win, something Point Pleasant Beach surely won't give up without a fight.
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