Thomas Jefferson took a six-run loss the last time they faced off against Benjamin Franklin, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. Thomas Jefferson sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 7-6 win over Benjamin Franklin on Friday. The victory was a breath of fresh air for Thomas Jefferson as it put an end to their three-game losing streak.
Anthony Rivera
| 03/21/25 vs Benjamin Franklin | 2 |
| 03/18/25 @ Holden | 2 |
| 03/10/25 vs Kenner Discovery Health Sciences Academy | 1 |
| 03/06/25 @ Salmen | 1 |
| 02/22/25 @ L.W. Higgins | 2 |
| + 2 more games |
Anthony Rivera was a major factor no matter where he played. He didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only two hits while striking out seven over five innings pitched. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two hits in seven consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing a base. He also put up an RBI, which was his first of the season.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Gunnar Dupre, who scored a run while going 1-for-3.
Thomas Jefferson's win bumped their record up to 3-9. As for Benjamin Franklin, their defeat was their ninth straight on the road, which dropped their record down to 5-11.
Thomas Jefferson didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next matchup, a 9-8 loss against East St. John on the 21st. As for Benjamin Franklin, they will look to defend their home field on Wednesday against West Jefferson at 4:00 p.m. Benjamin Franklin is facing West Jefferson at the right time seeing as West Jefferson is stuck on a five-game losing streak.
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