Kirk Academy had lost four straight at home dating back to last season, but on Friday they dropped down to 0-7 to make it five. They came up short against the Heritage Academy Patriots, falling 20-3. That's two games in a row now that the Raiders have lost by exactly 17 runs.
Kirk Academy saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Jack Redwine, who went 1-for-3 with one run and one RBI. That RBI was Redwine's first of the season.
As for Heritage Academy, their win ended a 12-game drought on the road and puts them at 11-16. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
On Heritage Academy's side, Emerson Weeks was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run over four innings pitched. What's more, Weeks posted five strikeouts, the most he's had since back in February. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with three RBI and one run.
In other batting news, Heritage Academy got a massive performance out of Isaiah Clark, who went 3-for-5 with one home run, three RBI, and two runs. That's the most hits Clark has posted over his last 11 matchups. Nash McCrary was another key player, going a perfect 3-for-3 with three runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.
Kirk Academy does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Heritage Academy, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Pillow Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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