Paul VI never let their opponents score on Saturday. They came out on top against the South Lakes Seahawks by a score of 5-0. The win was familiar territory for the Panthers, who have now won four matchups in a row.
Paul VI got a great performance from Carter Perdue as he didn't allow a single earned run over six innings pitched. Perdue has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks any time he's pitched this season.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Owen Peltier, who scored three runs and stole two bases while going 2-for-3. Peltier is crushing it when it comes to stolen bases: he's snagged at least one every time he's taken the field this season. Will Tighe also deserves some recognition as he hit his first double of the season.

Panthers
03/22/25 vs South Lakes | 41.7% |
03/19/25 @ Bishop Ireton | 32.1% |
03/15/25 @ Hilton Head Island | 39.3% |
03/15/25 @ Bluffton | 33.3% |
03/14/25 @ Hartsville | 23.3% |
+ 13 more games |
Paul VI was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .417. The last time their batting average was this high was back in April of 2024.
Paul VI's record now sits at 6-2. As for South Lakes, their defeat dropped their record down to 0-2.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Paul VI will welcome Bishop McNamara at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Bishop McNamara has struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 10.71 runs per game on average), something Paul VI will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for South Lakes, they will host Robinson at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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