Baseball Game Preview: Rock Creek Academy Lions vs. Springs Valley Blackhawks

Rock Creek Academy is 0-3 against Springs Valley since May of 2021 but things could change on Saturday. The Lions will head out on the road to challenge the Blackhawks at 12:00 p.m. Rock Creek Academy has given up an average of 10.2 runs per game this season, but Saturday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.

Rock Creek Academy is headed into Saturday's matchup looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their seventh straight game on Thursday. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost an 11-10 heartbreaker at the hands of Shawe Memorial.

Liam Paro was cooking despite his team's loss, getting on base in four of his five plate appearances with two stolen bases, three RBI, and one run. Jacob Finlay also deserves some recognition as he scored his first run of the season.

Meanwhile, Springs Valley can bid farewell to their five-game losing streak thanks to their game on Friday. They came out on top in a nail-biter against Orleans, sneaking past 7-5. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Blackhawks have posted since April 18th.

The team relied heavily on Tanner Hall, who got on base in four of his five plate appearances with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI. Another player making a difference was Manny Pantoja, who went 2-for-3 with two runs.

Rock Creek Academy's loss dropped their record down to 3-11. As for Springs Valley, their record is now 8-10.

Rock Creek Academy might still be hurting after the 13-0 defeat they got from Springs Valley in their previous matchup back in May of 2024. Can the Lions avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.