After having lost a blowout in their previous game against Antietam, Lincoln Leadership Academy was happy to have turned things around on Tuesday. They were the clear victors by a 19-4 margin over the Valley Forge Baptist Academy Patriots. The Lions' hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.

Richardy Fernandez
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Richardy Fernandez made a splash no matter where he played. On the mound, he struck out seven batters over four innings while giving up just one earned (and three unearned) runs off four hits. Those seven strikeouts gave him a new career-high. He was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in all five of his plate appearances with five runs, one double, and one RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Jose Hernandez, who went 3-for-4 with one home run, seven RBI, and one triple. Isaiah Medina was another key player, getting on base in all five of his plate appearances with five runs.
Lincoln Leadership Academy always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .756. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
Lincoln Leadership Academy's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-7. As for Valley Forge Baptist Academy, their defeat ended a five-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 3-2.
Coming up, Lincoln Leadership Academy will challenge Plumstead Christian at 3:45 p.m. on Thursday. As for Valley Forge Baptist Academy, they will face off against Alliance Christian at 5:00 p.m. on Friday.
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