After flying high against Atherton last Thursday, Daniel came back down to earth. The Daniel Lions fell 12-7 to the Science Hill Hilltoppers on Friday.
Daniel got a good showing from Ian McCrary, who tossed three innings while giving up just one earned run off one hit. McCrary has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in four consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Jasean Perry made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs and stole three bases while going 3-for-3. Lee Turnipseed was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-4.
Daniel's loss dropped their record down to 10-5. As for Science Hill, they pushed their record up to 7-4 with that victory, which was their third straight at home.
Daniel didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next game, an 11-0 win vs. Sullivan East on the 6th. Science Hill has also already played their next contest, a 12-8 victory against Easley on the 6th.
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