Delta Academy extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to six on Thursday, dropping them down to 0-5. They came up short against the Regents Lions, falling 12-0. Unfortunately, that's the third time they've come up short against the Lions this season, with their most recent loss being a 13-7 defeat on Tuesday.
As for Regents, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won 11 of their last 12 contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 12-4 record this season. The victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 3.5 runs on average over those games.
For Regents' part, Sutton Gore was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and allowing only one hit while striking out 13 over five innings pitched. Those 13 strikeouts gave Gore a new career-high. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI.
In other batting news, Colton Rambo was incredible, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with four runs, one stolen base, and one double. Those four runs gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Hayes Leach, who got on base in three of his four plate appearances with two stolen bases and two runs.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Delta Academy will take on Columbus Christian Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. The rams' pitching crew has only allowed three runs per game this season, so the Raiders' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Regents, they will welcome Indianola Academy at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Colonels have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 13.6 runs per game on average), something the Lions will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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