After having lost a blowout in their previous game against Rocky Mount Academy, John Paul II Catholic was happy to have turned things around on Tuesday. They were the clear victor by a 9-3 margin over the Arendell Parrott Academy Patriots. The result was nothing new for John Paul II Catholic, who have now won 11 contests by six runs or more so far this season.
Joyner Haddock and James Donofrio were a major factor no matter where they played. Throwing, Haddock struck out six batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off three hits. Meanwhile, Donofrio tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. At the plate, Haddock went 1-for-3 with three RBI, a stolen base, and a double, while Donofrio scored a run and stole two bases while going 1-for-4.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Ray Shaw, who scored two runs and stole two bases while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances. The team also got some help courtesy of Max Mason, who scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances.
John Paul II Catholic's win bumped their record up to 14-9. As for Arendell Parrott Academy, their defeat dropped their record down to 16-8.
John Paul II Catholic will be playing in front of their home fans against Thales Academy Rolesville at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. One thing working in Thales Academy Rolesville's favor is that they have posted big run totals in their last eight matchups. As for Arendell Parrott Academy, they will head out on the road to take on Epiphany at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday. Arendell Parrott Academy is looking to tack on another W to their three-game streak on the road.
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