After flying high against Thales Academy Apex two weeks ago, Cary Academy came back down to earth. The Chargers fell 9-6 to the Durham Academy Cavaliers on Tuesday. The Chargers were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Cavaliers apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in April of 2024.
Skyler Jayasooriya
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Cary Academy saw eight different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Skyler Jayasooriya, who scored a run and stole two bases while going 2-for-3. Jayasooriya is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now snagged at least one in each of the last three games she's played. Serena Patel was another, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-4.
Cary Academy has been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 2-6 record this season. As for Durham Academy, they are on a roll lately: they've won four of their last five matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 5-3 record this season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Cary Academy will head out to take on Arendell Parrott Academy at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Patriots have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 12.5 runs per game on average), something the Chargers will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Durham Academy, they are taking a road trip to face off against Carrboro at 5:00 p.m. on Friday.
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