Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Fuqua). They blew past The New Community School Sabers 15-5 on Monday. The high-flying hitting performance was a huge turnaround for the Falcons considering their two-run performance the matchup before.
Josh Simon
| 04/28/25 vs The New Community School | 8 |
| 04/09/25 vs Amelia Academy | 3 |
| 04/03/25 vs Brunswick Academy | 7 |
| 03/25/25 vs Tidewater Academy | 7 |
| 03/18/25 @ Blessed Sacrament-Huguenot | 3 |
| 03/11/25 @ Brunswick Academy | 8 |
Josh Simon made a big impact no matter where he played. He struck out eight batters over four innings while giving up three earned runs off only one hit. That's the most strikeouts he has posted since back in March. He was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in four of his five plate appearances with three stolen bases, four runs, and three RBI. He also hit two doubles, marking his first of the season.
In other batting news, Jackson Hicks was incredible, getting on base in four of his five plate appearances with two stolen bases, three runs, and three RBI. He has become a key player for Fuqua: the team is 2-1 when he posts at least two stolen bases, but 2-7 otherwise. Luke Royall was another key player, getting on base in two of his four plate appearances with two runs and one stolen base.
Fuqua's victory ended a four-game drought at home and bumped them up to 4-8. As for The New Community School, their defeat was their first of the season and makes their record 3-1.
Coming up, Fuqua will square off against Southampton Academy at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Falcons' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Raiders have averaged an impressive 9.6 runs per game this season. As for The New Community School, they will venture away from home to take on Grace Christian School at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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