Marlboro Academy was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their fourth straight loss. They fell just short of the Dillon Christian Warriors by a score of 8-6. Marlboro Academy was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Dillon Christian apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in March.
For Dillon Christian's part, Jackson Outlar was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 11 batters over seven innings while giving up three earned (and three unearned) runs off eight hits. Outlar has been consistent recently: he hasn't pitched less than five innings in three consecutive pitching appearances. Outlar was also big at the plate, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with three stolen bases, three runs, and four RBI.
In other batting news, Joshua Brooks was excellent, going 1-for-3 with two stolen bases and an RBI.
Marlboro Academy's loss dropped their record down to 2-8. As for Dillon Christian, they are on a roll lately: they've won three of their last four matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 4-6 record this season.
Marlboro Academy will head out on the road to square off against Christian Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Dillon Christian, they will be playing at home against Mullins at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. Mullins is coming into the game with seven straight defeats on the road, meaning Dillon Christian will have to defend against a squad hungry for a victory.
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