Naples was not able to break out of their rough patch on Wednesday as the team picked up their fourth straight defeat. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 6-5 heartbreaker at the hands of the IMG Academy White Ascenders.
Naples got a good showing from RYAN DUMAS, who pitched four innings while giving up just one earned run off four hits.
At the plate, AVI PALACIOS made the most of his time in the batter's box despite the final result and went 1-for-4 with two stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI. CHARLIE REIGER was another key player, going 2-for-5 with one run, one double, and one RBI.
Naples' loss dropped their record down to 3-11. As for IMG Academy White, their victory bumped their record up to 7-4.
Naples and IMG Academy White could both be facing uphill battles in their next games considering their disadvantage in the MaxPreps Florida Rankings. The Golden Eagles will face off against Parrish Community at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday with a big rank disadvantage (444 vs. 155). Meanwhile, IMG Academy White (ranked 161st) will meet Knoxville Catholic (ranked third) at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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