Monsignor Pace was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost an 8-7 heartbreaker at the hands of the Montverde Academy Eagles.
Jordan Young led a balanced group of hitters, getting on base in four of his five plate appearances with one home run, two runs, and one stolen base. The team also got some help courtesy of Joshua Poletto, who went 1-for-4 with one home run and four RBI.
Monsignor Pace's loss dropped their record down to 7-9. As for Montverde Academy, they have been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 11-5 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming matchups. Monsignor Pace will venture away from home to challenge St. Brendan at 3:30 p.m. on Monday. The Sabres' pitching crew has only allowed 2.3 runs per game this season, so the Spartans' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Montverde Academy, they will square off against South Sumter at 7:00 p.m. on Monday.
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