Platt RVT took a ten-run loss the last time they faced off against Derby, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Panthers had just enough and edged out the Red Raiders 14-12. With that win, the Panthers brought their scoring average up to 6.3 runs per game.
Matt Karaffa made a big impact no matter where he played. On the mound, he tossed six innings while giving up five earned (and five unearned) runs off seven hits. Karaffa was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with one run and one RBI.
Trey Harp
| 05/19/25 vs Derby | 3 |
| 05/16/25 @ Vinal RVT | 2 |
| 05/08/25 vs Wolcott RVT | 1 |
| 05/02/25 @ Kaynor RVT | 1 |
| 04/30/25 @ Abbott RVT | 1 |
In other batting news, Trey Harp was a standout: he got on base in three of his four plate appearances with one home run, three runs, and one stolen base. Those three runs gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Joshua Mongillo, who went 3-for-4 with three stolen bases, two RBI, and one run.
Platt RVT always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .556. They are a perfect 4-0 when they post an OBP of .513 or better.
Platt RVT's victory ended a four-game drought at home and bumped them up to 8-12. As for Derby, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 5-12.
Platt RVT does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Derby, they will venture away from home to face off against Kennedy at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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