02/25/25 - Away | 8-5 W |
03/07/24 - Home | 15-5 W |
02/27/24 - Away | 9-1 W |
Cornerstone Prep Academy had to travel to play their first game of the season, but the final result was worth the trip. They came out on top against the Hearts Academy Panthers by a score of 8-5 on Tuesday. That's more bragging rights for Cornerstone Prep Academy, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Owen Dichiara and Madden Ruplin made a big impact no matter where they played. On the mound, Dichiara tossed 1.1 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, Ruplin tossed 2.1 innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. That's the fewest hits Dichiara has allowed since back in March of 2024. At the plate, Dichiara scored two runs while getting on base in three of his five plate appearances, while Ruplin got on base in all three of his plate appearances with three stolen bases.
In other pitching news, Jayden Winston looked comfortable as he tossed one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits.
They weren't the only ones making solid contact as two players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Isaiah Stahl, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-3.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Cornerstone Prep Academy will be defending their home field for the first time this season when they go up against Harvester Christian Academy at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Hearts Academy, they will welcome CrossPointe Christian Academy at 5:30 p.m. on Friday.
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