Nova Classical Academy is 0-5 against St. Agnes since May of 2018 but things could change on Monday. The Knights will be playing at home against the Aggies at 6:15 p.m. Nova Classical Academy has given up an average of 7 runs per game this season, but Monday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Nova Classical Academy is headed into Monday's matchup looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their fourth straight game on Friday. They took a 12-7 hit to the loss column at the hands of New Life Academy.
James Williams put in work while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. What's more, he gave up only one walk, the fewest he's had since back in May of 2024. He was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with two runs and one stolen base.
In other batting news, Kincaid Gerber was cooking despite his team's loss, going 2-for-3 with two RBI and one run. Another player making a difference was Quintus Graff, who went 1-for-3 with one stolen base and one RBI.
St. Agnes came out on top against Liberty Classical Academy on Friday thanks in part to the team's impressive five-run third inning. The Aggies were the clear victors by a 9-1 margin over Liberty Classical Academy. The Aggies haven't had any issues with Liberty Classical Academy recently, as the game was their sixth consecutive victory against them.
Like Nova Classical Academy, St. Agnes also got a great game from a two-way player: Charlie Witzel. On the mound, he pitched seven innings while giving up just one earned run off four hits. What's more, Witzel posted three strikeouts, the most he's had since back in May of 2024. He was also solid in the batter's box, going a perfect 3-for-3 with one triple and one run. That triple was his first of the season.
In other batting news, Danny Plamann was incredible, getting on base in three of his five plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and one double. That's the most runs he has posted since back in May of 2024. Michael Gutzmann was another key player, going 2-for-3 with two stolen bases, one run, and one RBI.
Nova Classical Academy's defeat dropped their record down to 2-5. As for St. Agnes, their win bumped their record up to 4-5.
The pitchers for both teams better look sharp on Monday as neither team is afraid to steal. Nova Classical Academy has been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 3.6 stolen bases per game. However, it's not like St. Agnes struggles in that department as they've been averaging 4 stolen bases. The only question left is which team can snag more.
Nova Classical Academy suffered a grim 8-2 defeat to St. Agnes in their previous meeting back in May of 2024. Will the Knights have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other baseball content.
