Covenant Life extended their losing streak to five on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 0-5 in the process. They lost 15-3 to the Rockbridge Academy Scots. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Scots this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 19-1 back in March.
As for Rockbridge Academy, the win got them back to even at 4-4. Considering they have won three contests by more than five runs this season, Thursday's blowout was nothing new.
For Rockbridge Academy's part, John Ault and Will Schingeck were major factors while hitting and pitching. Throwing, Ault tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, Schingeck struck out six batters over two innings while giving up just one earned run but no hits. Ault also tossed no earned runs, which is notable because Rockbridge Academy is 3-1 when he allows at most one earned run, but 1-3 otherwise. At the plate, Ault went a perfect 2-for-2 with three stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI, while Schingeck went 2-for-3 with two stolen bases, three runs, and two doubles. Those doubles marked the first that Schingeck has hit this season.
In other batting news, Evan Tessneer was a standout: he went 2-for-3 with two stolen bases, three runs, and two RBI. Rockbridge Academy is undefeated when Tessneer posts two or more runs, but 1-4 otherwise. Another player making a difference was Samuel Parlette, who went 1-for-4 with two stolen bases, three RBI, and two runs.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Covenant Life will challenge Perry Hall Christian at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Rockbridge Academy, they will venture away from home to take on Greater Grace Christian Academy at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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