New Way Learning Academy has not done well against Gila Bend recently (they were 0-3 in their previous three matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Thursday. The New Way Learning Academy Bulldogs were the clear victor by an 11-2 margin over the Gila Bend Gila Monsters. The win made it back-to-back victories for New Way Learning Academy.
Mathew Kravets made a splash no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and only one hit while striking out 14 over five innings pitched. Kravets was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, New Way Learning Academy got a big performance out of Preston Nelson, who got on base in three of his four plate appearances with two stolen bases and an RBI. Another player making a difference was Jake Nunez, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-3.
New Way Learning Academy now has a winning record of 3-2. As for Gila Bend, their loss dropped their record down to 0-2.
New Way Learning Academy will head out on the road to face off against Wickenburg Christian Academy at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Gila Bend, they will be playing in front of their home fans against James Madison Preparatory School at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. Gila Bend is facing James Madison Preparatory School at the right time seeing as James Madison Preparatory School is stuck on a three-game losing streak.
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