Newark Academy fought the good fight in their extra-innings contest against Payne Tech on Friday but wound up with a less-than-desirable result. They wound up with the same score they had in their last game (8-7), but sadly the team found themselves on the wrong side of the score this time. They were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Lions earlier this season, when they won 16-5.
Newark Academy's loss dropped their record down to 8-7. As for Payne Tech, their win ended a five-game drought at home and bumped them up to 6-12.
Looking ahead, Newark Academy will venture away from home to square off against Hanover Park at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Payne Tech, they will welcome Belleville at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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