Eagles
| 03/13/25 vs IMG Academy Gray | 8-3 |
| 03/12/25 vs East Ridge | 6-3 |
| 03/07/25 vs Westminster Academy | 5-2 |
Montverde Academy lost to IMG Academy Gray back in March of 2024, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Thursday. The Montverde Academy Eagles walked away with an 8-3 victory over the IMG Academy Gray Ascenders. Winning may never get old, but the Eagles sure are getting used to it with their third in a row.
Danati Fronduto made a splash no matter where he played. On the mound, he tossed 1.1 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up a single hit in three consecutive appearances. He was also stellar in the batter's box, going 3-for-4 with one home run, one stolen base, and two RBI. That's the most hits he has posted since back in April of 2024.
In other pitching news, Montverde Academy got a great performance from Jacob Holley as he struck out eight batters over 5.2 innings while giving up three earned runs off five hits. Holley has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances.
Back at the plate, Michael Alicea was incredible, going 2-for-3 with one triple, one stolen base, and one run. Santiago Marin was another key player, scoring a run while going 2-for-3.
Montverde Academy always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .514. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as IMG Academy Gray only posted an OBP of .222.
Montverde Academy's record now sits at 7-4. As for IMG Academy Gray, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 8-6 record this season.
It'll be a Battle of the Birds when Montverde Academy Eagles take on Lake Minneola Hawks at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Montverde Academy is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7 runs per game this season. As for IMG Academy Gray, they will square off against Hollins at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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