ITW David Speer Academy's game last Thursday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Tuesday. They were the clear victors by a 14-1 margin over the UIC College Prep Firecats. The Pride's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
ITW David Speer Academy got a big performance out of Xavyer Pedraza, who scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances. That's the most runs Pedraza has posted since back in April of 2024. Jesus Neris was another key player, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 2-for-3.
ITW David Speer Academy was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .407. The team's really been improving in that area: they've now improved their batting average total in four consecutive matches.
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| 04/08/25 - Neutral | 14-1 W |
| 05/02/23 - Home | 3-3 T |
| 04/18/23 - Away | 5-15 L |
| 04/22/19 - Away | 3-0 W |
| 05/02/18 - Away | 5-6 L |
| + 2 more games |
ITW David Speer Academy's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-5.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. ITW David Speer Academy will welcome Northridge at 4:45 p.m. on Thursday. As for UIC College Prep, they will look to defend their home field on Saturday against Golder at 10:00 a.m.
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