Randolph entered their tilt with Pope John XXIII with four consecutive wins but they'll enter their next game with five. They had just enough and edged Pope John XXIII out 10-9. That's more bragging rights for Randolph, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
For Pope John XXIII's part, Will Ryan and Jack Portman did some serious damage despite the final result: Ryan scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-4, while Portman scored two runs while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances. Massimo Mondi was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
Randolph's win was their sixth straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 11-1. As for Pope John XXIII, they have not been sharp recently as the team has lost four of their last five contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 5-7 record this season.
Randolph has the luxury of staying home for another game and will welcome West Morris Mendham at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Randolph's pitching crew has only allowed 3.6 runs per game this season, so West Morris Mendham's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Pope John XXIII, they will be staying on the road on Wednesday to face off against Montville at 4:30 p.m.
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