Naples Classical was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their seventh straight loss. They suffered a rough 19-9 defeat at the hands of the Marco Island Academy Rays.
For Marco Island Academy's part, Ryan Sweeney and Aidan Karl made a splash while hitting and pitching. Throwing, Sweeney tossed 1.1 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (he also didn't allow any walks). Meanwhile, Karl tossed two innings while giving up just two earned runs off one hit. At bat, Sweeney scored three runs while going 3-for-4, while Karl went 1-for-2 with two RBI and a double.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Grayson Jones, who went 4-for-4 with six RBI, three doubles, and two runs. The team also got some help courtesy of Chase Johnson, who went 2-for-3 with four RBI, two doubles, and a stolen base.
Naples Classical's loss dropped their record down to 1-8. As for Marco Island Academy, the win got them back to even at 6-6.
Coincidentally, the two teams will both be playing The Village School of Naples the next time they take the field. Naples Classical will head out to face The Village School of Naples at 3:00 p.m. on Monday, while Marco Island Academy will host them at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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