West Palm Beach, FL:Felician fell short in a 3-1 loss to Palm Beach Atlantic, struggling to find offensive momentum throughout the game.
Inside the Box Score
The Golden Falcons managed just one hit in the contest, a single from Nico Quiroz, who also accounted for the team's lone run in the seventh inning. Despite their difficulties at the plate, Felician's pitching staff turned in a strong effort, keeping the game within reach. Felician's defense struggled, committing three errors that allowed Palm Beach Atlantic to capitalize on scoring opportunities. Despite a resilient effort from the Golden Falcons' pitching staff, Felician was unable to overcome their defensive miscues and limited run production, resulting in their second loss of the season.
Game Standouts
Starting pitcher Max Weber delivered a solid outing, working five innings while allowing four hits and two earned runs. He displayed strong command, striking out seven batters without issuing a walk, throwing fifty four of his seventy-five pitches for strikes. Out of the bullpen, Nathan Ruth followed with one and two - third innings of relief, giving up two hits and striking out two. Nick DiMartino and Kyle Bednarski combined to pitch the final frame, but Palm Beach Atlantic was able to tack on an insurance run in the eighth.
Up NextÂ
The Golden Falcons will look to closeout their opening series with a win before traveling back to New Jersey. The game is slated to begin at 1PM, on Saturday, February 15th.