Gateway Regional had lost 13 straight at home dating back to last season, but on Tuesday they dropped their record down to 6-9 to make it 14. They came up short against the Sterling Silver Knights, falling 16-3. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Silver Knights this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 10-0 back in April.
As for Sterling, their victory bumped their record up to 13-3. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won six games by seven runs or more this season.
For Sterling's part, Gavin McCormick made a big impact no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing four innings while giving up three earned runs off only one hit. McCormick has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in four consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going 2-for-5 with one triple and two RBI. That triple marked the first that he has hit this season.
In other batting news, Connor Warrington was incredible, going 2-for-3 with three RBI, two runs, and one double. Those two runs gave him a new career-high. Tyler Lucier was another key player, going 2-for-4 with four RBI, two runs, and one double.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Gateway Regional will square off against Haddon Township at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Sterling, they will venture away from home to square off against Cherry Hill West at 3:45 p.m. on Thursday.
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