Cross Keys was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their sixth straight defeat. They wound up on the wrong side of a rough 19-2 walloping at the hands of the Scholars Guild Academy Spartans.
For Scholars Guild Academy's part, Eli McIlvain made a big impact no matter where he played. On the mound, he struck out six batters over 2.1 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and only one walk). McIlvain was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-2.
In other batting news, Scholars Guild Academy got a massive performance out of Alton Strange, who went 3-for-3 with four runs, two stolen bases, and four RBI. Strange has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last seven times he's played. Another player making a difference was Samuel Autry, who scored three runs and stole two bases while going 2-for-3.
Cross Keys' loss dropped their record down to 0-2. As for Scholars Guild Academy, they have been performing well recently as they've won six of their last eight matches, which provided a massive bump to their 7-7 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Cross Keys will stay at home for another game and welcome Holy Spirit Prep at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Scholars Guild Academy will take on Varsity Opponent at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
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