After low-scoring totals in their previous three contests, Crooms Academy brought some dynamite into their most recent match. They blew past the Holy Cross Lutheran Academy Crusaders 17-2 on Tuesday. The win was a breath of fresh air for the Panthers as it put an end to their five-game losing streak.
Aiden Marcialis
| 02/14/25 @ Jones | 4 |
| 02/12/25 vs Jones | 4 |
| 04/01/25 @ Holy Cross Lutheran Academy | 3 |
| 03/03/25 vs Holy Cross Lutheran Academy | 2 |
| 03/27/25 vs Taylor | 1 |
| + 3 more games |
Aiden Marcialis made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He struck out six batters over two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (and only one walk). He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-2. He is becoming a predictor of Crooms Academy's success: when he posts at least two runs the team is undefeated (and 0-7 when he doesn't).
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Matthew Franco, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with three RBI, two runs, and one triple. That's the most runs he has posted since back in February. Isaac Riveras was another key player, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-2.
Crooms Academy always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .645. They are a perfect 3-0 when they post an OBP of .513 or better.
Crooms Academy's victory bumped their record up to 4-7. As for Holy Cross Lutheran Academy, they are on an eight-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 0-8.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Crooms Academy will challenge Circle Christian at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Panthers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Centurions have averaged an impressive 6.5 runs per game this season. As for Holy Cross Lutheran Academy, they will take on Orlando Christian Prep at 5:00 p.m. on Friday.
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