Southern Maryland Christian Academy had already won three in a row and they went ahead and made it four on Monday. They came within a single run of losing the streak, but they secured a 4-3 W against the St. Mary's Saints.
Malcolm Blaqman
| 04/28/25 @ St. Mary's | 11 |
| 04/16/25 vs Fairfax HomeSchool | 5 |
| 03/31/25 @ Potomac School | 4 |
| 03/22/25 @ Jackson-Reed | 4 |
| 04/03/25 vs Riverdale Baptist | 3 |
Malcolm Blaqman was a major factor no matter where he played. He struck out 11 batters over six innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off two hits. Those 11 strikeouts gave him a new career-high. He was also big at the plate, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with three stolen bases and two runs. He is becoming a predictor of Southern Maryland Christian Academy's success: when he posts at least two runs the team is 3-1 (and 3-6 when he doesn't).
Blaqman wasn't the only one making solid contact as six players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Jay (JP) Perry II, who went 2-for-4 with one RBI. Isaiah Priester also deserves some recognition as he hit his first double of the season.
Southern Maryland Christian Academy hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. The team has now struck out at least four batters in three consecutive games.
Southern Maryland Christian Academy's win bumped their record up to 6-7. As for St. Mary's, they have been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 5-8 record this season.
Southern Maryland Christian Academy will face off against Riverdale Baptist at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. The last three games the Crusaders have played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one. As for St. Mary's, they will be playing at home against McDonogh at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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