Mavericks
| 02/27/25 @ Benton Academy | 8-2 |
| 02/25/25 vs Humphreys County | 11-1 |
| 02/25/25 @ Humphreys County | 14-1 |
Manchester Academy waltzed into their matchup on Thursday with two straight wins... but they left with three. They put the hurt on the Benton Academy Raiders with a sharp 8-2 win. That's more bragging rights for the Mavericks, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Jon Parker Dees was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he pitched 1.1 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. He has been consistent : he hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, Adam Edger was excellent, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. He also hit a double, marking his first of the season. Wrigley Richardson was another key player, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
Manchester Academy's victory bumped their record up to 6-3. As for Benton Academy, they are on a five-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-3.
Coming up, Manchester Academy will be playing at home against Indianola Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Manchester Academy is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 9.3 runs per game this season. As for Benton Academy, they will take on Raleigh at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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