Renaissance Academy extended their losing streak to three on Friday, dropping them down to 4-7. They lost 18-1 to Plumstead Christian. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Knights of the 11-0 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2025.
Renaissance Academy saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Aiden Keyes, who went 2-for-4 with one stolen base and one run.
As for Plumstead Christian, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won six of their last seven matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 12-3 record this season. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won eight contests by six runs or more this season.
On Plumstead Christian's side, Michael Dear was a major factor no matter where he played. He didn't allow a single earned run while striking out ten over 6.1 innings pitched. Dear has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in three consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with two RBI and one double. That's the most hits he has posted since back in March.
In other batting news, Plumstead Christian let Declan Glass and Noah Kephart run wild. Glass went 3-for-6 with two stolen bases, two runs, and two RBI, while Kephart got on base in four of his five plate appearances with two stolen bases, three runs, and one RBI. Glass is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now snagged at least one in each of the last four games he's played. Another player making a difference was Owen Incudine, who went 2-for-5 with two RBI and one run.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Renaissance Academy will welcome Delaware County Christian at 3:15 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Plumstead Christian, they will challenge Calvary Christian Academy at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. Plumstead Christian's pitchers better be ready for this one: the Cougars have averaged an impressive 7.5 runs per game this season.
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