
Celtics
04/29/25 @ Jefferson Christian Academy | 14-0 |
04/24/25 @ Grace Christian | 0-11 |
04/22/25 vs Virginia Episcopal School | 1-18 |
04/17/25 vs Miller School of Albemarle | 0-18 |
04/15/25 vs North Cross | 0-12 |
Roanoke Catholic had lost 12 games on the road dating back to last season, but after bumping their record up to 2-12 on Tuesday that streak is in the rearview. They blew past the Jefferson Christian Academy Cardinals 14-0. The Celtics' hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Roanoke Catholic got a massive performance out of Noah Peck, who got on base in all four of his plate appearances with three stolen bases, three runs, and one RBI. That's the most runs Peck has posted since back in April of 2024. The team also got some help courtesy of Mason Williams, who went 2-for-4 with one home run, three RBI, and two runs.
Roanoke Catholic always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .545. The team's really been improving in that area: they've now improved their OBP total in three consecutive matches.
As for Jefferson Christian Academy, their defeat was their third straight at home, which dropped their record down to 2-5. Considering the last time they couldn't score was back in March, the team can't take the result too hard.
On Jefferson Christian Academy's side, Parker Shannon was cooking despite his team's loss, getting on base in all three of his plate appearances with three stolen bases. With that strong performance, Shannon is now averaging an impressive 1.2 stolen bases per game.
Roanoke Catholic and Jefferson Christian Academy could both be facing uphill battles in their next games considering their disadvantage in the MaxPreps Virginia Rankings. The Celtics will challenge The Covenant at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday with a big rank disadvantage (350 vs. 92). Meanwhile, Jefferson Christian Academy (ranked 380th) will meet Montcalm (ranked 121st) at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday.
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