Clarkstown North extended their losing streak to three on Friday, dropping their season record down to 7-9 in the process. They took an 11-6 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Clarkstown South Vikings. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Vikings this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 10-7 on Tuesday.
Brandan Epstein and Connor Cullen did some serious damage despite the final result: Epstein got on base in all three of his plate appearances with one home run, while Cullen went 1-for-3 with one home run and three RBI.
As for Clarkstown South, they are on a roll lately: they've won ten of their last 11 games. That's provided a nice bump to their 12-3 record this season. Those victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 3.9 runs on average over those games.
On Clarkstown South's side, Nick Speckenbach was a major factor no matter where he played. He pitched 1.1 innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Speckenbach has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than one walk in three consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with two RBI.
In other pitching news, Kyle Sperring tossed a big game, striking out eight batters over 5.2 innings while giving up four earned (and two unearned) runs off five hits. Those eight strikeouts gave him a new career-high.
Back at the plate, Jake Lipson was incredible, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. Joseph Rosario was another key player, going 2-for-4 with two runs, one stolen base, and one double.
Looking ahead, Clarkstown North will head out on the road to take on Fox Lane at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. The Foxes will roll in looking for their ninth straight win, something the Rams surely won't give up without a fight. As for Clarkstown South, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Putnam Valley at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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