Delta took a six-run defeat the last time they faced off against Leroy Greene Academy, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Saints had just enough and edged out the Lions 11-10 on Thursday. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Saints have posted since February 28th.
Chase Parkinson made a splash while hitting and pitching. He struck out six batters over 5.1 innings while giving up just one earned (and seven unearned) runs off five hits. He has become a key player for Delta: the team is 4-2 when he allows at most three earned runs, but 1-3 otherwise. Parkinson was also big at the plate, scoring three runs and stealing four bases while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now snagged two or more in each of the last three games he's played.
Grayson Friend
| 04/10/25 vs Leroy Greene Academy | 3 |
| 02/28/25 vs Foresthill | 2 |
| 04/29/24 @ Encina | 2 |
| 03/09/24 @ Western Sierra Collegiate Academy | 2 |
| 04/07/25 vs Esparto | 1 |
In other batting news, Grayson Friend was incredible, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 2-for-3. The dominant performance also gave him a new career-high in RBI (three). Cole Hutson was another key player, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 2-for-3.
The win got Delta back to even at 5-5. As for Leroy Greene Academy, their loss dropped their record down to 5-8.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Delta will square off against Elite at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Leroy Greene Academy, they will challenge Rio Vista at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. The Rams have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 7.93 runs per game on average), something the Lions will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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