If Gilbert Classical Academy was riding high off their 11-1 takedown of Miami last Monday, their most recent game may have dampened their spirits a bit. The Gilbert Classical Academy Spartans fell 6-3 to the Lincoln Prep Lightning on Thursday. Gilbert Classical Academy was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Lincoln Prep apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in March of 2023.
Sam O'Neal made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored a run while going 1-for-3.
Even though they lost, Gilbert Classical Academy didn't let batters stay on the plate for long and finished the game with eight strikeouts. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Lincoln Prep only tossed four.
On Lincoln Prep's side, Michael DeBratto was incredible, getting on base in all three of his plate appearances with a home run, three stolen bases, and two runs.
Gilbert Classical Academy has not been sharp recently as the team has lost three of their last four contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 8-7 record this season. As for Lincoln Prep, they now have a winning record of 8-7.
Gilbert Classical Academy will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against San Carlos at 4:00 p.m. Gilbert Classical Academy is facing San Carlos at the right time seeing as San Carlos is stuck on a 12-game losing streak. As for Lincoln Prep, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Joseph City at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Lincoln Prep is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 8.9 runs per game this season.
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