Rockwood Summit extended their losing streak to four on Wednesday, dropping them down to 7-10. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 5-4 heartbreaker at the hands of the Cor Jesu Academy Chargers. The Falcons were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Chargers apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in October of 2024.
As for Cor Jesu Academy, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 9-5. They've had to fight for that success though, as they only beat their opponents by an average of 1.5 runs across that stretch.
For Cor Jesu Academy's part, Alice Vogel was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She pitched seven innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off seven hits. Vogel has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with two RBI and one double. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in October of 2024.
In other batting news, Beau Belz was excellent, going 1-for-2 with one home run. That home run was her first of the season. Grace Rasmussen was another key player, going 1-for-2 with two RBI and one run.
Coming up, Rockwood Summit is taking a road trip to challenge Incarnate Word Academy at 3:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Cor Jesu Academy, they will square off against St. Joseph's Academy at 4:15 p.m. on Thursday. The Chargers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Angels have averaged an impressive 6.5 runs per game this season.
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