Patriots
| 03/21/25 vs Cary Academy | 5 |
| 03/07/25 vs American Leadership Academy-Johnston | 4 |
| 03/06/25 @ North Johnston | 3 |
| 03/03/25 vs Oxford Prep | 3 |
| 03/19/25 vs North Johnston | 2 |
After having lost a blowout in their previous game against North Johnston, Franklin Academy was happy to have turned things around on Friday. They came out on top against the Cary Academy Chargers by a score of 5-1. The Patriots' hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Jackson Denton spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered a run (which was unearned) on one hit and racked up ten Ks. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't tossed less than eight strikeouts in three consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Trey Anderson was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. He continues to improve, besting his previous point total in each of the last three games he's played. Chase Liner was another key player, scoring two runs while going 2-for-3.
Franklin Academy's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-6. As for Cary Academy, they dropped their record down to 4-5 with the defeat, which was their tenth straight on the road dating back to last season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Franklin Academy will take on GRACE Christian at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Franklin Academy is facing GRACE Christian at the right time seeing as GRACE Christian is stuck on a five-game losing streak. As for Cary Academy, they will challenge Durham Academy at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Cary Academy will also cruise into their next matchup with the timing on their side: Durham Academy will have lost five straight heading into Tuesday's game.
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