Saturday just wasn't the day for Phillips Exeter Academy's offense. They took a 3-0 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Austin Prep Cougars on Saturday. The defeat continues a trend for the Lions in their meetings with the Cougars: they've now lost five in a row.
John Rodriguez was a force to be reckoned with on the mound despite the final result: he struck out ten batters over five innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off two hits (and not a single walk).
Phillips Exeter Academy now has a losing record of 2-3. As for Austin Prep, the win keeps them at an undefeated 4-0.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Phillips Exeter Academy will challenge Berwick Academy at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Austin Prep, they will square off against Brewster Academy National at 5:00 p.m. on Monday.
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