Norfolk Christian was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their fourth straight defeat. They fell just short of the Broadwater Academy Vikings by a score of 5-3. Norfolk Christian was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Broadwater Academy apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in April of 2023.
Norfolk Christian saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Ryan Lengkeek, who went 1-for-3 with a double and an RBI. Another player making a difference was Jonathan Newton, who scored a run and stole two bases.
On Broadwater Academy's side, Derek Boyle made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he pitched seven innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off five hits. Boyle has been consistent recently: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in four consecutive pitching appearances. Boyle was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with a double and an RBI.
In other batting news, Eli Destro was excellent, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
Norfolk Christian's defeat dropped their record down to 3-5. As for Broadwater Academy, their win bumped their record up to 5-6.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Norfolk Christian will take on Norfolk Collegiate at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Broadwater Academy, they will be playing at home against Portsmouth Christian at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Portsmouth Christian and Broadwater Academy are at an even 5-5 over their past ten head-to-heads.
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