Homestead was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They fell victim to a rough 13-1 defeat at the hands of the Somerset Academy (Silver Palms) Stallions. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Homestead of the 6-5 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in March of 2017.
For Somerset Academy (Silver Palms)'s part, Gavin Davidson and Bailey Cisco were a major factor no matter where they played. Throwing, Davidson tossed an inning while giving up no earned run off one hit (he also only allowed one walk). Meanwhile, Cisco pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (he also didn't allow any walks). Davidson has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two hits in three consecutive pitching appearances. At bat, Davidson scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-3, while Cisco scored three runs while going 2-for-2.
In other batting news, Giancarlo Santos was excellent, scoring a run while going 2-for-3. Another player making a difference was Alex Arias, who scored a run while going 1-for-1.
Homestead's defeat dropped their record down to 1-4. As for Somerset Academy (Silver Palms), they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won seven of their last eight contests, which provided a nice bump to their 11-4 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Homestead will take on Mater Academy Bay at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Mater Academy Bay is coming into the match with seven straight losses on the road, meaning Homestead will have to defend against a team hungry for a victory. Somerset Academy (Silver Palms) will take on Keys Gate at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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