Mounds Park Academy had lost seven straight at home dating back to last season, but on Wednesday they dropped their record down to 1-4 to make it eight. They came up short against the Breck Mustangs, falling 24-0. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Mustangs this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 11-1 last Wednesday.
As for Breck, the win (which was their fourth in a row) raised their record to 4-2. That 24 run margin sets a new team best for them this season.
For Breck's part, Alex Averbook and Ray Della Lana made a splash while hitting and pitching. Throwing, Averbook tossed one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, Della Lana tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. What's more, Averbook posted two strikeouts, the most he's had since back in April of 2024. At the plate, Averbook got on base in two of his five plate appearances with four runs and one RBI, while Della Lana got on base in all three of his plate appearances with two RBI. Averbook has become a key player for Breck: the team is undefeated when he posts at least two runs, but 1-2 otherwise.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Garret Trench, who went 3-for-4 with one home run, six RBI, and three runs. That home run marked the first that he has launched this season. Colin Mitchell was another key player, going 2-for-3 with three runs and two RBI.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Mounds Park Academy will challenge St. Agnes at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Breck, they will head out to take on St. Paul Academy-Summit at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
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