Episcopal had lost five straight at home, but on Monday they dropped down to 3-8 to make it six. They lost 12-6 to the Bishop Ireton Cardinals. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Maroon of the 4-3 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in March of 2025.
Truman Albright was cooking despite his team's loss, going 1-for-3 with one home run and three RBI. Another player making a difference was Billy Twoomey, who went 1-for-4 with one triple and two RBI.
As for Bishop Ireton, their win ended a 16-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 2-10. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
On Bishop Ireton's side, Cash Griffy tossed a big game, not allowing a single earned run over five innings pitched. Griffy has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks any time he's pitched this season.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Thomas Foley, who went 3-for-4 with five RBI, two runs, and two doubles. Those five RBI gave him a new career-high. George Dyck also deserves some recognition as he scored his first run of the season.
Coming up, Episcopal will take on Trinity Christian at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Bishop Ireton, they will get to enjoy the win for a while: their next game is against St. Mary's Ryken on April 16.
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