Riverside Academy was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They fell just short of the Newman Greenies by a score of 4-3. Riverside Academy was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Newman apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in February of 2023.
Gage Thompson spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered three earned (and one unearned) runs on ten hits. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't pitched less than six innings in three consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Cameron Matt was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring two runs and stealing three bases while getting on base in two of his four plate appearances. Brody Vicknair was another key contributor, going 2-for-4 with two doubles and two RBI.
Riverside Academy's loss dropped their record down to 4-15-1. As for Newman, their victory ended a four-game drought on the road and puts them at 10-9.
Riverside Academy will challenge Vandebilt Catholic at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Newman, they will be playing at home against Warren Easton at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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