Riverview fought the good fight in their extra-innings game against Jefferson on Saturday but wound up with a less-than-desirable result. They fell just short of the Dragons by a score of 4-3. The Sharks were not able to make up for their loss to the Dragons from their previous meeting back in April of 2024.
Parker Burt was a force to be reckoned with on the mound despite the final result: he pitched 5.1 innings while giving up just one earned (and two unearned) runs off four hits. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks any time he's pitched this season.
On the hitting side, Driston Marino was cooking despite his team's loss, going 1-for-2 with one home run and three RBI.
Riverview has also traveled a rocky road recently, having lost four of their last five matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 7-14 record this season. As for Jefferson, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 14-5-1.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Riverview will take on Armwood at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Jefferson, they will face off against Strawberry Crest at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Chargers' pitching crew has only allowed 3.3 runs per game this season, so the Dragons' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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