
Raiders
04/01/25 @ University Academy Charter | 22 |
04/17/25 @ Barstow | 18 |
03/29/25 vs Sumner Academy | 16 |
04/18/25 @ Raytown South | 12 |
05/02/25 @ Russellville | 10 |
Pembroke Hill came tearing into Friday's contest with seven straight wins (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 8.1 runs), and they left with even more momentum. Their pitcher stepped up to hand the Russellville Indians a 10-0 shutout. Considering the Raiders have won 11 games by more than five runs this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.
Eli Sitzer made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He kept things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out nine over five innings pitched. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than one walk in three consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going a perfect 3-for-3 with three runs, one triple, and one stolen base.
In other batting news, Nico Chiu was incredible, going a perfect 3-for-3 with one home run, two stolen bases, and three runs. That's the most hits he has posted since back in March. Miles Washington was another key player, going a perfect 3-for-3 with two stolen bases, two runs, and one double.
Pembroke Hill hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. The team has now struck out at least five batters in ten consecutive matchups.
Pembroke Hill pushed their record up to 15-3-1 with the win, which was their sixth straight on the road. The road victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 12.7 runs over those games. As for Russellville, their defeat dropped their record down to 10-6.
Coincidentally, Pembroke Hill and Russellville will both be playing St. Elizabeth the next time they take the field. The Raiders will head out to face the Hornets at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, while the Indians will host them at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday.
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