Monarchs Fall to Maroons in Midweek Matchup

ROCKY MOUNT, Va. Things looked promising for the Methodist baseball team as the Monarchs held an advantage after three innings on Tuesday. However, Roanoke captured the lead in the fourth inning and would not relinquish it, steering to a 12-4 victory over Methodist. THE ESSENTIALS Final results: Roanoke def. Methodist, 12-4 Records: Methodist 14-13, Roanoke 14-12 Location: Naff Field; Rocky Mount, Virginia HOW IT HAPPENED After a scoreless first inning, Methodist put the first run on the board in the top of the second. Caleb Rogers recorded a leadoff single, then after stealing second base and advancing to third on…