Bishop Eustace Prep came out on top against Rancocas Valley on Saturday thanks in part to the team's impressive five-run fifth inning. The Crusaders walked away with a 10-7 win over the Red Devils. That's more bragging rights for the Crusaders, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Eamon McDermott tossed a big game, striking out nine batters over 4.1 innings while giving up three earned (and one unearned) runs off only one hit. He has been consistent: he hasn't tossed less than eight strikeouts any time he's pitched this season.
JJ McLaughlin
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On the hitting side, JJ McLaughlin was a standout: he went a perfect 3-for-3 with two stolen bases, two runs, and two RBI. Those two stolen bases gave him a new career-high. Roman Faiola was another key player, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with three stolen bases and three runs.
Bishop Eustace Prep's victory was their fifth straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 12-4. The road wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 2.8 runs on average over those games. As for Rancocas Valley, with the defeat, they broke their three-game winning streak and moved their record to 9-8.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Bishop Eustace Prep will head out to face off against Cherry Hill West at 3:45 p.m. on Monday. As for Rancocas Valley, they will venture away from home to challenge Cherry Hill East at 3:45 p.m. on Monday. The last three games the Cougars have played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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