New Prairie Varsity Cougars could not keep up with South Bend Riley 7-3 on Thursday. Beltran grounded into a fielder's choice, which helped New Prairie Varsity Cougars tie the game at one in the bottom of the first. Strakowski singled to center field, which helped New Prairie Varsity Cougars tie the game at two in the bottom of the third. Strakowski hit a sacrifice fly, which helped New Prairie Varsity Cougars tie the game at three in the bottom of the fifth. Strakowski pitched five innings in relief for New Prairie Varsity Cougars. The reliever allowed four hits and five runs while, striking out seven and walking six. Humes stepped in the circle first for New Prairie Varsity Cougars. The starting pitcher surrendered three hits and two runs (one earned) over two innings, striking out one and walking four. Strakowski led New Prairie Varsity Cougars with two runs batted in. The infielder went 1-for-1 on the day. Beltran led New Prairie Varsity Cougars with two hits in four at bats. Luther paced New Prairie Varsity Cougars with two walks. Overall, the team had patience at the plate, accumulating five walks for the game. Next up for New Prairie Varsity Cougars is a game against Valparaiso on Friday.