Santa Gertrudis Academy extended their losing streak to seven on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 7-18 in the process. They came up short against the Orange Grove Bulldogs, falling 10-2. The loss was just more heartbreak for the Lions who fell 3-1 when the teams previously met back in March of 2022.
Santa Gertrudis Academy saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Adam Hinojosa, who went 2-for-3 with one double.
As for Orange Grove, their record is now 13-8-1. They have beaten Santa Gertrudis Academy the last three times they've met, but they better watch out: this was the closest Santa Gertrudis Academy has come to flipping the script.
On Orange Grove's side, Zach Wright made a splash while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run while striking out 11 over seven innings pitched. Wright has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with one double and one RBI. What's more, he posted two hits, the most he's had since back in March.
In other batting news, Linden Rodriguez was incredible, going 3-for-4 with three RBI, two runs, and two doubles. Those two doubles gave him a new career-high. Hughes Klatt also deserves some recognition as he brought in his first RBI of the season.
Looking ahead, Santa Gertrudis Academy will be playing at home against London at 7:00 p.m. on the 25th. As for Orange Grove, they will square off against Banquete at 7:00 p.m. on the 25th. The last six games Banquete has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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