Space Coast came into Friday's contest having lost eight straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They were the clear victors by an 11-1 margin over the Palm Bay Pirates on Friday. With that victory, the Vipers brought their scoring average up to 6.3 runs per game.
Joseph Henry
| 04/11/25 vs Palm Bay | 3 |
| 03/06/25 @ Cocoa | 3 |
| 02/28/25 vs Calvary Chapel Academy | 3 |
| 02/21/25 vs Cocoa | 2 |
| 04/01/25 @ Titusville | 1 |
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Joseph Henry made a splash no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing five innings while giving up just one earned run off one hit. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive appearances. He was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with three runs, one triple, and two RBI. He is becoming a predictor of Space Coast's success: when he posts at least two runs the team is undefeated (and 2-13 when he doesn't).
In other batting news, Kayden Thomas and Kellen Parsons did most of the damage at the plate: Thomas scored four runs and stole two bases while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances, while Parsons went a perfect 2-for-2 with four stolen bases and one RBI. That's the most hits Parsons has posted since back in February. Another player making a difference was Jacob Leos, who scored a run while going 1-for-4.
Space Coast always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .562. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Palm Bay only posted an OBP of .188.
Space Coast's record is now 6-13. As for Palm Bay, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 12-11 record this season.
Space Coast and Palm Bay are set to take part in some playoff action in their next matches. The Vipers will challenge Astronaut at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. The War Eagles have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 7.63 runs per game on average), something Space Coast will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Palm Bay, they will square off against Rockledge at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. The Pirates are facing the Raiders at the right time seeing as the Raiders are stuck on a four-game losing streak.
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