Triangle Math & Science hasn't had much luck against Chatham Charter recently, but that could start to change on Friday. The Triangle Math & Science Tigers will be playing in front of their home fans against the Chatham Charter Knights at 5:00 p.m. Triangle Math & Science has given up an average of 10.6 runs per game this season, so hopefully the team got some pitching drills in this week.
Tuesday just wasn't the day for Triangle Math & Science's offense. They came up short against Chatham Charter on Tuesday, falling 11-0. The matchup marked the first time this year in which the Tigers were not able to get on the board.
For Chatham Charter's part, M. (Jax) Young was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Young has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two hits in four consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, scoring a run while going 1-for-2.
In other batting news, Ryder Murphy was incredible, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-3. He also put up a double, which was his first of the season. Another player making a difference was Zach Cartrette, who scored two runs while going 2-for-3.
Chatham Charter was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .375. They are a perfect 4-0 when they post a batting average of .375 or better.
Chatham Charter's loss dropped their record down to 4-4. As for Triangle Math & Science, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-5.
The batters for both teams will have to hit smart on Friday as both have some strikeout artists on the roster. Triangle Math & Science has been retiring batters left and right this season, having averaged 8.4 strikeouts per game. However, it's not like Chatham Charter struggles in that department as they've been averaging 9.4 strikeouts. Considering how easily both teams rack up Ks, the hitters on both teams better bring their A-game into this one. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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