Pike Liberal Arts had lost five straight on the road, but on Monday they dropped down to 9-9 to make it six. They came up short against the Headland Rams, falling 13-3. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest defeat the Patriots have suffered since March 9th.
As for Headland, they moved to 14-9 with that win, which also ended their three-game losing streak. The result was nothing new for the Rams, who have now won nine matchups by seven runs or more so far this season.
For Headland's part, Wyatt Shelley made a big impact no matter where he played. On the mound, he tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Shelley was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with one run and one RBI.
In other pitching news, Justin Parnell looked comfortable as he tossed 3.2 innings while giving up just one earned (and two unearned) runs off four hits. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive appearances.
Coming up, Pike Liberal Arts will challenge Geneva at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Patriots' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Panthers have averaged an impressive 7.3 runs per game this season. As for Headland, they will take on Carroll at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Eagles have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 9.04 runs per game on average), something the Rams will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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