Jenkintown had lost eight straight at home dating back to last season, but on Thursday they dropped their record down to 0-10 to make it nine. They came up short against the Faith Christian Academy Lions, falling 18-0. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Drakes of the 15-0 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2024.
As for Faith Christian Academy, the victory was the fifth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 10-1. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Faith Christian Academy's part, Madden Marcks looked comfortable as he tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Marcks has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than one hit any time he's pitched this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Jenkintown will challenge Church Farm at 3:45 p.m. on Monday. The Drakes are facing the Griffens at the right time seeing as the Griffens are stuck on a five-game losing streak. As for Faith Christian Academy, they will take on Bristol at 3:45 p.m. on Friday.
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