Apollo Ridge came out on top against Brentwood on Tuesday thanks in part to the team's impressive four-run fourth inning. The Vikings took their game against the Spartans 8-4. The win continues a trend for the Vikings in their matchups with the Spartans: they've now won five in a row.
Gage Wingard
| 04/28/26 @ Brentwood | 8 |
| 04/01/25 vs Springdale | 6 |
| 04/16/26 @ Leechburg | 5 |
| 05/08/25 @ Greensburg Salem | 5 |
| 04/28/25 @ Brentwood | 5 |
Gage Wingard made a splash no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out eight batters over five innings while giving up three earned (and one unearned) runs off four hits. Those eight strikeouts gave him a new career-high. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with two runs and one stolen base. He has become a key player for Apollo Ridge: the team is undefeated when he posts at least two runs, but 4-8 otherwise.
In other pitching news, Anthony Massari looked comfortable as he tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in four consecutive appearances.
Back at the plate, the team relied heavily on Noah Stewart, who went 3-for-4 with one home run, three RBI, and two runs. That's the most RBI he has posted since back in March. The team also got some help courtesy of Alex Clawson, who went 3-for-4 with one home run and two RBI.
Apollo Ridge kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 13 hits. That's a new trend for them: they were averaging 5.2 hits per game earlier this season, but in their last 15 matchups they've averaged 10.8.
The victory got Apollo Ridge back to even at 8-8. As for Brentwood, they have been struggling recently as they've lost nine of their last ten contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-11 record this season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Apollo Ridge will square off against Sewickley Academy at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Brentwood, they will take on Carrick at 5:00 p.m. on Saturday.
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