Naples Classical was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their ninth straight loss. They suffered a tough 18-2 defeat at the hands of the Marco Island Academy Rays. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Naples Classical of the 19-9 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture last Friday.
For Marco Island Academy's part, Aidan Karl and Akiel Jimenez were a major factor while hitting and pitching. Throwing, Karl tossed an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, Jimenez tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in seven consecutive pitching appearances. At bat, Karl went 4-for-4 with four runs, four RBI, and a stolen base, while Jimenez went 3-for-4 with five RBI, two runs, and a stolen base.
In other batting news, Ryan Sweeney was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 4-for-4. The team also got some help courtesy of Chase Johnson, who scored two runs while going 2-for-2.
Naples Classical's defeat dropped their record down to 1-10. As for Marco Island Academy, they now have a winning record of 8-7.
Naples Classical didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next match, an 11-3 win vs. Mason Classical Academy on the 18th. Marco Island Academy has also already played their next game, a 7-6 victory against Golden Gate on the 18th.
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