Palmetto Scholars Academy was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They suffered a tough 16-1 defeat at the hands of the St. John's Islanders. The result shouldn't come as a shock considering that's the fewest runs Palmetto Scholars Academy has scored all season.
For St. John's part, Antonio Hernandez made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He struck out six batters over four innings while giving up just one earned run off one hit. Hernandez has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive pitching appearances. Hernandez was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with a home run, four RBI, and a double.
In other batting news, Alfredo Juarez-Hernandez was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing three bases while going 2-for-3. He continues to roll, besting his previous point total in each of the last three games he's played. Micah Davison was another key contributor, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-3.
Palmetto Scholars Academy's loss dropped their record down to 1-6. As for St. John's, they now have a winning record of 8-7.
Palmetto Scholars Academy will head out on the road to take on Charleston Math & Science at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Charleston Math & Science hasn't scored more than two runs for three games straight, a trend the squad is eager to reverse. As for St. John's, they will be playing at home against Military Magnet Academy at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. St. John's is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 10.1 runs per game this season.
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