Sumner had lost 11 straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Wednesday they dropped their record down to 1-3 to make it 12. They lost 21-0 to the Washington Academy Raiders. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Tigers of the 13-0 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2024.
As for Washington Academy, the win keeps they at an undefeated 5-0. Those victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 2.2 runs on average this season.
For Washington Academy's part, Parker Cates was a major factor no matter where he played. He didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only two hits while striking out seven over four innings pitched. Cates has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two hits in three consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going a perfect 2-for-2 with three RBI, two runs, and one double. Those three RBI gave him a new career-high.
In other batting news, Colby Moholland was a standout: he went 2-for-4 with one home run, four RBI, and two runs. That's the most RBI he has posted since back in May of 2024. Trevor Shimabukuro was another key player, going a perfect 4-for-4 with three runs, three RBI, and one stolen base.
We've got plenty of inter-region action coming up soon. Sumner is set to take on their familiar foe Narraguagus at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. Meanwhile, Washington Academy will challenge rival Foxcroft Academy at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
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