Bishop Moore had to endure a three-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They walked away with a 7-2 win over the Montverde Academy Eagles on Wednesday. The victory was just what Bishop Moore needed coming off of a 7-1 loss in their prior contest.
Cameron Codio looked comfortable as he pitched 1.2 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (he also didn't allow any walks). He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two hits in four consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Kort McLean was excellent, going 1-for-3 with a home run and three RBI. Devon Elmendorf was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-2.
On Montverde Academy's side, Alan Hernandez and Anthony Picciano did some serious damage despite the final result: Hernandez went 3-for-3 with two stolen bases and a double, while Picciano scored two runs and stole a base while going 3-for-4.
Even though they lost, Montverde Academy was hitting in the alleys and finished the game with three doubles. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Bishop Moore only hit no.
Bishop Moore's win ended a four-game drought at home and bumped them up to 10-7. As for Montverde Academy, they have been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 8-6 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Bishop Moore's homestand will continue as they prepare to take on Calvert Hall at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Montverde Academy will take on St. Thomas Aquinas at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. St. Thomas Aquinas is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 6.6 runs per game this season.
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