Spencer Center lost to Gamble Montessori back in April, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Friday. Spencer Center blew past Gamble Montessori 14-4. Considering Spencer Center's hitters had been struggling lately, the high-scoring outing was a much-needed turnaround.
05/16/25 vs Gamble Montessori | 2 |
05/07/25 vs Riverview East Academy | 1 |
04/12/25 vs Taft | 1 |
04/02/25 vs Shroder Paideia Academy | 0 |
Imani Jordan made a splash no matter where he played. He struck out six batters over five innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off two hits. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two hits in four consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in all three of his plate appearances with three stolen bases and one run.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Ashad Sitawi, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with seven stolen bases, four runs, and one RBI. Coen Morris was another key player, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with four stolen bases and three runs.
Spencer Center's win ended a five-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 2-7. As for Gamble Montessori, they dropped their record down to 1-6 with the loss, which was their seventh straight on the road dating back to last season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Spencer Center will take on New Miami in a tournament on Thursday. Spencer Center are facing the Vikings at the right time seeing as the Vikings are stuck on a nine-game losing streak. As for Gamble Montessori, they are taking a road trip to square off against Shroder Paideia Academy at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. The Jaguars have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 9.46 runs per game on average), something the Gators will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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