Riverdale was the 21-8 winner over Legacy Christian Academy when they last played one another back in March, but their luck changed this time around. The Riverdale Cowboys took a 12-9 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Legacy Christian Academy Lions on Monday. Riverdale has now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
CHARLIE COX put in work no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching two innings while giving up no earned run off one hit (he also didn't allow any walks). COX has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive pitching appearances. COX was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing two bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
In other batting news, Xaidyn Camacho and CARLOS CABRERA stepped up to the plate in a big way. Camacho scored a run and stole three bases while going 2-for-4, while CABRERA scored a run and stole two bases while going 2-for-5. CABRERA has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times he's played. Catarino Garcia was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 1-for-3.
Riverdale's defeat dropped their record down to 7-9. As for Legacy Christian Academy, the victory was the fifth in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 10-6.
Riverdale will head out on the road to square off against Parlier at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Riverdale is facing Parlier at the right time seeing as Parlier is stuck on a four-game losing streak. As for Legacy Christian Academy, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Laton at 3:45 p.m. on Friday.
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