Hebrew Academy had to start their season on the road on Tuesday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They fell just short of the Burke Bengals by a score of 7-6. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Hebrew Academy of the 6-2 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in March of 2023.
For Burke's part, Ray Whipple was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out ten batters over 4.1 innings while giving up just one earned (and five unearned) runs off six hits. Whipple was also big at the plate, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances.
Whipple wasn't the only one making solid contact as four players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Lucas Miller, who went 1-for-2 with two RBI. Another player making a difference was Cassius Fiorill, who went 1-for-2 with a stolen base and two RBI.
Burke's record now sits at 2-4.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Hebrew Academy will face off against St. Anselm's Abbey at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Burke, they will head out on the road to take on McLean at 4:00 p.m. on Monday.
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