Anderson Prep Academy is 0-4 against Bethesda Christian since May of 2018 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Tuesday. The Anderson Prep Academy Jets will head out on the road to square off against the Bethesda Christian Patriots at 5:30 p.m. Expect the scorekeeper to be kept busy: if their previous games are any indication, the pair will really light up the scoreboard.
Anderson Prep Academy took a loss when they played away from home on Friday, but their home fans gave them all the motivation they needed on Monday. They were the clear victor by an 11-4 margin over Muncie Burris. Anderson Prep Academy's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Julian Tyler made a splash no matter where he played. On the mound, he struck out 17 batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off two hits. Tyler has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't tossed less than seven strikeouts every time he's pitched this season. Tyler was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing a base while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
In other batting news, Skylar Brough was excellent, scoring a run and stealing two bases while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances. Another player making a difference was CJ Fletcher, who scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-2.
Meanwhile, in what's become a running theme this season, Bethesda Christian gave their fans yet another huge victory on Monday. They put the hurt on Herron with a sharp 16-1 win.
Isaiah Giegerich was incredible, going 3-for-4 with a home run, two stolen bases, and three runs. Mathieu Thompson was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-3.
Anderson Prep Academy's record is now 2-4. As for Bethesda Christian, their record now sits at 4-7.
The batters for both teams will have to hit smart on Tuesday as both have some strikeout artists on the roster. Anderson Prep Academy has been retiring batters left and right this season, having averaged 8 strikeouts per game. However, it's not like Bethesda Christian struggles in that department as they've been averaging 9.2. Considering how easily both teams rack up Ks, the hitters on both teams better bring their A-game into this one.
Anderson Prep Academy might still be hurting after the 18-5 loss they got from Bethesda Christian in their previous meeting back in May of 2022. Can Anderson Prep Academy avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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