Baseball Recap: Vinal RVT Takes a Loss

Vinal RVT extended their losing streak to three on Monday, dropping their season record down to 6-17 in the process. They fell 8-4 to the Wolcott RVT Wildcats. The defeat was just more heartbreak for the Hawks who fell 2-0 when the teams previously met back in April.

Andrew Tupay was cooking despite his team's loss, getting on base in four of his five plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI. Thomas Moniello was another key player, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with one stolen base and two RBI.

As for Wolcott RVT, they have been performing well recently as they've won ten of their last 12 matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 16-5 record this season. The wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 9.5 runs over those games.

On Wolcott RVT's side, Devon Schmitt made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single hit and allowing only one earned run while striking out nine over 4.1 innings pitched. Schmitt has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up a single hit in three consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with two stolen bases, three runs, and one double. That's the most runs he has posted since back in April.

In other batting news, Damian Webb was incredible, going 2-for-3 with two stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI. That's the most stolen bases he has posted since back in April.

Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Vinal RVT will venture away from home to square off against Norwich RVT at 3:45 p.m. on Tuesday. The Hawks' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Warriors have averaged an impressive 6.5 runs per game this season. As for Wolcott RVT, they will head out to challenge Bullard-Havens at 3:45 p.m. on Tuesday.