Chester's game last Friday was a tough loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Tuesday. They had just enough and edged the Academy Park Knights out 6-5. That's more bragging rights for Chester, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Larrys Cardona made a splash no matter where he played. On the mound, he struck out nine batters over 5.1 innings while giving up three earned runs off only one hit. Cardona was also big at the plate, scoring three runs and stealing five bases while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Brandon Colon, who scored a run and stole three bases while going 1-for-3.
Chester now has a winning record of 2-1. As for Academy Park, they now have a losing record at 1-2.
Chester will head out on the road to challenge ASPIRA Charter at 3:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Academy Park, they will be playing at home against Interboro at 3:45 p.m. on Tuesday.
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