Mason Classical Academy won the last time they faced Everglades City and things went their way on Monday too. The Paladins blew past the Gators 18-3. That 15 run margin sets a new team best for the Paladins this season.
Hudson Weniger
Hudson Weniger was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching three innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs but no hits. Mason Classical Academy is 2-1 when Weniger allows one or fewer hits, but 2-4 otherwise. Weniger was even better at the plate, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with two stolen bases, two runs, and one triple.
In other batting news, Mason Classical Academy got a massive performance out of Alastair Rockley, who scored three runs and stole four bases while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances. Those four stolen bases gave Rockley a new career-high. Mason Lichter was another key player, scoring four runs and stealing four bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
Mason Classical Academy always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .657. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Everglades City only posted an OBP of .429.
Mason Classical Academy has been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four matchups. That's provided a massive bump to their 4-5 record this season. Those victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 13.0 runs over those games. As for Everglades City, they dropped their record down to 0-7 with the defeat, which was their third straight on the road.
Coincidentally, Mason Classical Academy and Everglades City will both be playing Donahue Catholic the next time they take the field. The Gators will host the Shamrocks at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, while the Paladins will host them at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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