Collegium Charter had lost eight straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Monday they dropped their record down to 2-9 to make it nine. They fell just short of the Bristol Warriors by a score of 7-6. The Cougar were not able to make up for their loss to the Warriors from their previous meeting back in April of 2024.
Bryson Beard made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and got on base in three of his four plate appearances with three RBI and one double. Braydon Milito also deserves some recognition as he brought in his first RBI of the season.
As for Bristol, their record now sits at 9-4. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory they have posted since March 19th.
On Bristol's side, Eddy Diaz made a splash no matter where he played. On the mound, he struck out 11 batters over 5.1 innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off four hits. Those 11 strikeouts gave Diaz a new career-high. He was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI.
In other batting news, Cole Guy was incredible, getting on base in all five of his plate appearances with six stolen bases, two runs, and one triple. He has become a key player for Bristol: the team is undefeated when he posts at least two runs, but 1-4 otherwise. Another player making a difference was Brady Slate, who went 2-for-3 with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Collegium Charter will challenge Church Farm at 3:45 p.m. on Friday. As for Bristol, they will face off against Plumstead Christian at 3:45 p.m. on Wednesday. Plumstead Christian's pitching crew has only allowed 3.7 runs per game this season, so Bristol's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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