DeMatha was the 3-1 winner over Bishop O'Connell when they last played one another back in March of 2025, but their luck changed this time around. The Stags fell 7-4 to the Knights on Thursday.
DeMatha got a good showing from Sawyer Johnson, who pitched four innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off four hits. Johnson has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than one earned run any time he's pitched this season.
On the hitting side, Zach Perlin was cooking despite his team's loss, going a perfect 3-for-3 with one home run, three RBI, and two runs. He also hit a triple, marking his first of the season.
DeMatha has traveled a rocky road recently, having lost four of their last five contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-5 record this season. As for Bishop O'Connell, they pushed their record up to 8-1 with the win, which was their fourth straight at home.
DeMatha wasted no time getting back out on the field and has already played their next matchup, a 5-4 victory against Jackson-Reed on the 28th. As for Bishop O'Connell, they also didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next game, a 14-2 win against Trinity Episcopal on the 28th.
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