Cornerstone Prep Academy's game back in March was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Monday. They were the clear victors by a 13-5 margin over the Wheeler Wildcats. With that win, the Cougars brought their scoring average up to 6.6 runs per game.
Owen Dichiara
| 04/14/25 @ Wheeler | 4 |
| 03/07/24 vs Hearts Academy | 3 |
| 03/21/25 @ Harvester Christian Academy | 2 |
| 04/12/24 @ Hiram | 2 |
| 03/07/25 @ Pinecrest Academy | 1 |
Owen Dichiara was a major factor no matter where he played. He pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. He also tossed no earned runs, which is notable because Cornerstone Prep Academy is 3-1 when he allows at most one earned run, but 1-9 otherwise. Dichiara was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in four of his five plate appearances with two stolen bases, four RBI, and two runs. Those four RBI gave him a new career-high.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Ben Curry, who scored two runs while going 2-for-4. That's the most runs he has posted since back in April of 2024. Coleson Ruplin was another key player, scoring a run while going 2-for-3.
Cornerstone Prep Academy always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .548. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
Cornerstone Prep Academy's victory ended a five-game drought on the road and puts them at 4-10. As for Wheeler, they dropped their record down to 3-22 with the defeat, which was their seventh straight at home.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Cornerstone Prep Academy will take on Cherokee Christian at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Wheeler, they will challenge North Cobb at 5:55 p.m. on Tuesday. The Wildcats are facing the Warriors at the right time seeing as the Warriors are stuck on a six-game losing streak.
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