Cape Cod RVT extended their losing streak to three on Monday, dropping their season record down to 1-3 in the process. They lost 28-0 to the Old Colony RVT Cougars. The Crusaders were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Cougars apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in May of 2024.
As for Old Colony RVT, their victory ended a five-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 5-4. The match marked their most dominant win of the season.
For Old Colony RVT's part, Alex Branco and Marc Donati made a splash no matter where they played. On the mound, Branco pitched one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, Donati didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only two hits while striking out nine over four innings pitched. He also tossed no earned runs, which is notable because Old Colony RVT is undefeated when he allows at most two earned runs, but 2-4 otherwise. At the plate, Branco got on base in three of his five plate appearances with three runs, while Donati went 3-for-5 with two doubles and two RBI. Those two doubles gave Donati a new career-high.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Camden Valle, who got on base in four of his six plate appearances with five runs, seven RBI, and one triple. Another player making a difference was Colin Monahan, who got on base in all five of his plate appearances with five runs, two doubles, and one RBI.
Looking ahead, Cape Cod RVT will look to defend their home field on Wednesday against Bristol County Agricultural at 3:30 p.m. As for Old Colony RVT, they will head out on the road to challenge Norfolk County Agricultural at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Rams have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 11.75 runs per game on average), something the Cougars will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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