Paul VI can now show off three landslide victories after their most recent match on Tuesday. Their pitchers stepped up to hand the Juan Diego Catholic Soaring Eagle a 10-0 shutout. The high-scoring effort was just what Paul VI needed considering they were shutout in their previous contest.
Tyler Russ was a major factor no matter where he played. He pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Russ was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with three RBI and a double.
In other pitching news, Brenden Moehnke looked comfortable as he pitched an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits (he also didn't allow any walks).
Back at the plate, Paul VI let Jackson Sirois and Gavin Keller loose on the outfield. Sirois scored two runs and stole two bases while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances, while Keller scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-3. The team also got some help courtesy of Alex Peltier, who scored a run and stole a base while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
Paul VI's victory bumped their record up to 5-1. As for Juan Diego Catholic, they have been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five games, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-7 record this season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Paul VI is on the road again on Tuesday to play Hartsville at 7:30 p.m. As for Juan Diego Catholic, they will challenge Hillcrest at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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