Renaissance Academy extended their losing streak to four on Monday, dropping their season record down to 2-4 in the process. They lost 16-0 to the Bristol Warriors. If the Knights were looking for revenge after losing 17-1 to the Warriors when the teams met back in April of 2024, then they'll just have to keep looking.
As for Bristol, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won six of their last seven games. That's provided a nice bump to their 7-3 record this season. The wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 11.7 runs over those games.
For Bristol's part, Eddy Diaz was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Diaz has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in five consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with four RBI, one run, and one double. Those four RBI gave him a new career-high.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Cole Guy, who went 2-for-3 with one home run, three runs, and one stolen base. He is becoming a predictor of Bristol's success: when he posts at least two runs the team is undefeated (and 0-3 when he doesn't). Another player making a difference was Trae Anthony, who went 2-for-3 with three runs, two doubles, and one stolen base.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Renaissance Academy will square off against Delaware County Christian at 3:45 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Bristol, they will face off against MAST Community Charter at 3:45 p.m. on Thursday. The Warriors' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Panthers have averaged an impressive 10.4 runs per game this season.
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