The Bell Creek Academy Panthers will venture away from home to challenge the IMG Academy White Ascenders at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. Bell Creek Academy's pitching crew has only allowed 3.7 runs per game this season, so IMG Academy White's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
Bell Creek Academy fought the good fight in their extra-innings matchup against Shorecrest Prep on Friday but wound up with a less-than-desirable result. They fell just short of the Chargers by a score of 4-3.
Meanwhile, there's no place like home for IMG Academy White, who bounced back after a loss on the road on Thursday. They had just enough and edged out Sunshine State Elite Academy 3-1.
Carsen Mansour looked comfortable as he tossed one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than one hit any time he's pitched this season.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Owen Armstead, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-2. IMG Academy White is 2-1 when Armstead posts two or more runs, but 1-5 otherwise.
IMG Academy White hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now struck out at most five strikeouts in five consecutive games.
Bell Creek Academy has traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-6-1 record this season. IMG Academy White's record is now 3-6.
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