Baseball Game Preview: Neuse Christian Academy Lions vs. Thales Academy Apex Titans

Neuse Christian Academy is 0-8 against Thales Academy Apex since April of 2021 but things could change on Monday. The Lions will venture away from home to face off against the Titans at 7:30 p.m. Neuse Christian Academy has given up an average of 11.7 runs per game this season, but Monday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.

Thursday just wasn't the day for Neuse Christian Academy's offense. They came up short against Thales Academy Rolesville on Thursday, falling 17-0. The Lions just can't catch a break and have now endured five losses in a row.

Neuse Christian Academy saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Noah Tovey, who went a perfect 1-for-1 with one stolen base.

Meanwhile, Thales Academy Apex unfortunately witnessed the end of their three-game winning streak on Wednesday. They lost 12-1 to South Wake.

Thales Academy Apex's defeat dropped their record down to 7-3. As for Neuse Christian Academy, their loss dropped their record down to 3-6.

Monday's match might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Neuse Christian Academy has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .629. However, it's not like Thales Academy Apex struggles in that department as they've averaged .454. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.

Neuse Christian Academy suffered a grim 18-1 defeat to Thales Academy Apex in their previous meeting back in March. Can the Lions avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.