Baseball Game Preview: Carroll Academy Rebels vs. Winston Academy Patriots

For the first time this season, Carroll Academy will have a chance to prove themselves in a conference matchup. They will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against the Winston Academy Patriots at 6:00 p.m. Carroll Academy is coming into the contest on a four-game losing streak.

Carroll Academy is headed in fresh off scoring the most runs they have all season. They fell just short of Manchester Academy by a score of 15-13 on March 10th. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest defeat the Rebels have suffered since March 19, 2024.

Hayden Hopkins was cooking despite his team's loss, getting on base in four of his five plate appearances with one home run, two stolen bases, and two runs. He also brought in two RBI, marking his first of the season. Reid Blaylock was another key player, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 2-for-5.

Meanwhile, Winston Academy fell victim to Marshall Academy and their airtight pitching crew on Thursday. They came up short against Marshall Academy, falling 8-0. Winston Academy has struggled against Marshall Academy recently, as the game was their fourth consecutive lost meeting.

Carroll Academy's loss dropped their record down to 1-4. As for Winston Academy, their defeat dropped their record down to 12-7.

Carroll Academy suffered a grim 17-6 defeat to Winston Academy when the teams last played back in April of 2024. Will Carroll Academy have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.