Roncalli came tearing into Thursday's contest with seven straight wins (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 3.9 runs) and they left with even more momentum. They had just enough and edged the Cathedral Fighting Irish out 2-1. That result was just more of the same for these two, as Roncalli also won the last time the pair played back in April of 2023.
JJ Prendergast spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered only one earned run on two hits and racked up 11 Ks. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Roncalli's win was truly a team effort as five different players contributed at least one hit. One of them was Dylan Henry, who went 1-for-3 with two RBI and a double. Another player making a difference was Rudy Schoettle, who scored a run and stole two bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
Roncalli has been performing incredibly well recently as they've won nine of their last ten matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 12-3 record this season. As for Cathedral, they have not been sharp recently as the team has lost three of their last four games, which put a noticeable dent in their 5-7 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Roncalli will take on Perry Meridian at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Roncalli is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 7.3 runs per game this season. As for Cathedral, their homestand will continue as they prepare to take on Columbus North at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. Columbus North is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 6.9 runs per game this season.
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