Somerset Academy - Canyons's game in Thursday's second game was a tough loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Friday. They came out on top against the Leonard Lancers by a score of 11-8. That's more bragging rights for Somerset Academy - Canyons, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Matthew Rucci made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he pitched an inning while giving up no earned run or hits (he also didn't allow any walks). Rucci was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with a triple, a run, and an RBI.
In other batting news, Cody Wexler was incredible, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 3-for-4. Another player making a difference was Jake Rosini, who scored a run while getting on base in three of his five plate appearances.
On Leonard's side, Shawn Lopez made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs and stole two bases while going 1-for-3.
Somerset Academy - Canyons' victory bumped their record up to 9-12. As for Leonard, their defeat dropped their record down to 7-6.
Somerset Academy - Canyons is on the road again on Tuesday to play Jupiter Christian at 4:30 p.m. As for Leonard, they will look to defend their home field on Monday against Pahokee at 6:30 p.m. Leonard is facing Pahokee at the right time seeing as Pahokee is stuck on a nine-game losing streak.
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