Cane Ridge extended their losing streak to five on Monday, dropping them down to 2-10. They took a 9-6 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Antioch Bears. Ravens fans who chose to attend the game sure picked the wrong one: it was the first time the team has lost against the Bears since Monday.
As for Antioch, their win ended a four-game drought on the road and puts them at 3-5. The game was the first time they have beaten Cane Ridge on their field since April 8, 2024.
For Antioch's part, Justin Pendelton was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he struck out nine batters over six innings while giving up just one earned (and four unearned) runs off six hits. Pendelton was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with two stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI.
In other batting news, Coby Belton was incredible, going 2-for-4 with four stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI. He has become a key player for Antioch: the team is undefeated when he posts at least two runs, but 0-5 otherwise. Another player making a difference was Ricardo Calvillo Reyes, who went 2-for-3 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Cane Ridge will take on University School of Nashville at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Antioch, they will square off against Hume-Fogg at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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