The home team had won the previous four meetings between Model and Berea, and Model kept the tradition alive. The Patriots won by a run and slipped past the Pirates 2-1. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Patriots have posted since May 10, 2024.
Matthew Gorbett spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered only one earned run on six hits and racked up ten Ks. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive appearances.

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04/15/25 - Home | 2-1 W |
03/25/25 - Away | 0-3 L |
03/25/25 - Away | 1-3 L |
04/17/24 - Away | 4-6 L |
04/03/24 - Home | 10-0 W |
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Model's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-8. As for Berea, they moved to 6-4 with that defeat, which also ended their three-game winning streak.
Looking ahead, Model will head out on the road to face off against Great Crossing at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. Model's pitchers better be ready for this one: Great Crossing has averaged an impressive 9.8 runs per game this season. As for Berea, they will square off against Bath County at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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