Union Prep Academy took a seven-run loss the last time they faced off against Ultimate Prep Baseball Academy, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Polar Bears skirted past the Bulldogs 10-9.
Abel Gowan was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he struck out nine batters over five innings while giving up three earned (and five unearned) runs off six hits. Those nine strikeouts gave him a new career-high. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-4 with one triple, one run, and one RBI. That triple was his first of the season.
Connor Johnson
| 04/20/26 @ Ultimate Prep Baseball Academy | 3 |
| 04/02/26 @ Non Varsity Opponent | 3 |
| 04/01/26 vs Queen's Grant | 1 |
| 03/30/26 vs NorthPoint Christian Academy | 2 |
| 03/27/26 @ Pinnacle Classical Academy | 2 |
| + 5 more games |
In other batting news, Connor Johnson was a standout: he went 2-for-5 with three stolen bases and two runs. Johnson is crushing it when it comes to stolen bases: he's snagged at least one every time he's taken the field this season. Eli Smith was another key player, going 1-for-4 with four RBI and one triple.
Union Prep Academy has been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 7-4 record this season. Those victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 9.8 runs over those games. As for Ultimate Prep Baseball Academy, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-6.
Coming up, Union Prep Academy will look to defend their home field on Thursday against Lee Park Prep at 4:00 p.m. As for Ultimate Prep Baseball Academy, they will challenge Grace Academy at 4:30 p.m. on the 30th.
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