Excel Academy Charter was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fourth straight loss. They lost 10-0 to the Chelsea Red Devils. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Excel Academy Charter of the 13-6 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2023.
For Chelsea's part, Jeanluis Soto made a splash while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and only two hits while striking out 13 over five innings pitched. Soto has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't pitched less than five innings in three consecutive pitching appearances. Soto was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing three bases while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Elijah Rivera, who scored three runs and stole two bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now stolen at least one in the last three games he's played. Xavier Santiago was another key contributor, scoring three runs while going 2-for-4.
Excel Academy Charter's loss dropped their record down to 2-6. As for Chelsea, their win bumped their record up to 4-6.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Excel Academy Charter will take on Notre Dame Cristo Rey at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Chelsea, they will head out on the road to challenge Revere at 4:15 p.m. on Monday.
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