Victor Valley Christian was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their eighth straight defeat. They lost 20-1 to the Academy for Academic Excellence Knights. The result shouldn't come as a shock considering that's the fewest runs Victor Valley Christian has scored all season.
Zar Palido made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-3.
On Academy for Academic Excellence's side, Garrett Morrison made a big impact no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Morrison was also stellar in the batter's box, going 3-for-4 with a home run, three runs, and four RBI.
In other batting news, Conner Clancy was incredible, going 1-for-2 with a home run and four RBI. Diego Lariz was another key contributor, scoring two runs while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances.
Victor Valley Christian's loss dropped their record down to 1-8. As for Academy for Academic Excellence, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 8-9.
Victor Valley Christian will play host again on Tuesday to welcome Academy of Careers & Exploration, where first pitch is scheduled at 3:00 p.m. Academy of Careers & Exploration will roll in looking for their sixth straight win, something Victor Valley Christian surely won't give up without a fight. As for Academy for Academic Excellence, they are on the road again on Tuesday to play Lucerne Valley at 3:15 p.m. Academy for Academic Excellence is facing Lucerne Valley at the right time seeing as Lucerne Valley is stuck on a six-game losing streak.
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