Providence Academy was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They fell just short of the Gentry Pioneers by a score of 8-7. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Providence Academy of the 13-2 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in March.
Cade Munter put in work while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing 3.1 innings while giving up just one earned run but no hits (he also only allowed one walk). Munter has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. Munter was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-5.
In other batting news, Alex Gaston was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring a run and stealing a base while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances. Jackson McGehey was another key contributor, going 1-for-3 with three RBI.
Providence Academy's loss dropped their record down to 3-7. As for Gentry, their win ended a four-game drought at home and bumped them up to 10-11.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Providence Academy will take on Northwest Arkansas HomeSchool H at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. Gentry will take on Farmington at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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