Olympic extended their losing streak to eight on Friday, dropping them down to 1-13. They fell 8-4 to the Phillip O. Berry Academy of Technology Cardinals. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Cardinals this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 17-4 on Tuesday.
Joseangel Vasquez was huge no matter where he played even without the win. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over five innings while giving up three earned runs off four hits. Vasquez was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with one stolen base, one run, and one double. He also brought in an RBI, marking his first of the season.
As for Phillip O. Berry Academy of Technology, the win was the third in a row for them, bringing their record up to 11-10. Those victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 15.3 runs over those games.
On Phillip O. Berry Academy of Technology's side, Joseph Rasnake was excellent, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with one triple and one run. Another player making a difference was Davien Hamilton, who went 1-for-3 with three stolen bases, one run, and one RBI.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Olympic will welcome Hickory Ridge at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Trojans will need to watch out since the Bulls have now posted at least ten runs in their last three matchups. As for Phillip O. Berry Academy of Technology, they will be playing at home against West Charlotte at 6:00 p.m. on Monday.
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