Maryvale Prep was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. Their rough 16-3 loss to the Gilbert Classical Academy Spartans might stick with them for a while.
For Gilbert Classical Academy's part, Andrew Waldo was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching two innings while giving up just one earned run off one hit. Waldo has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two hits in five consecutive pitching appearances. Waldo was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, Blake Carlson was incredible, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Lucas Hesson, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-3.
Maryvale Prep's defeat dropped their record down to 6-11. As for Gilbert Classical Academy, their victory bumped their record up to 10-8.
Maryvale Prep will be playing in front of their home fans against Baboquivari at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Baboquivari has struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 9.55 runs per game on average), something Maryvale Prep will no doubt try to take advantage of. Gilbert Classical Academy does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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