The Sacred Heart Irish will head out on the road to square off against the Iona Prep Gaels at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday.
Sacred Heart can't be too happy about their upcoming road contest considering what happened when they opened their season away from home on Tuesday. They lost 13-1 to LaSalle Academy. Sadly, the loss continues a streak the team started last season, making it six in a row.
Meanwhile, Iona Prep faced Salesian in a battle between two of the state's top teams on Friday. The Gaels blew past the Eagles 12-0. That 12 run margin sets a new team best for the Gaels this season.
Nick Santobello looked comfortable as he didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only two hits while striking out eight over four innings pitched.
At the plate, Sean Concannon was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 3-for-3. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now snagged at least one in each of the last three games he's played. Sam Mueller also deserves some recognition as he brought in his first RBI of the season.
Iona Prep hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. The team has now struck out at least five batters in four consecutive games.
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