Hargrave Military Academy has enjoyed the comforts of home their last three games, but now they'll head out on the road. They will take on The Covenant Eagles at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Given that the pair suffered a loss in their last game, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this match.
Hargrave Military Academy lost 10-4 to North Cross on Tuesday. Hargrave Military Academy has not had much luck with North Cross recently, as the team's come up short the last seven times they've met.
Hargrave Military Academy saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Miles Rountrey-Gentle, who scored a run and stole two bases while going 2-for-4.
Meanwhile, Tuesday just wasn't the day for The Covenant's offense. They lost 12-0 to Isle of Wight Academy on Tuesday. Having soared to a lofty 16 runs in the game before, The Covenant's shutout was a dramatic turnaround.
Hargrave Military Academy's defeat dropped their record down to 6-5. As for The Covenant, their loss dropped their record down to 7-7.
Thursday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Hargrave Military Academy has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .435. However, it's not like The Covenant struggles in that department as they've averaged .440. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Hargrave Military Academy suffered a grim 12-1 defeat to The Covenant in their previous matchup back in March of 2023. Can Hargrave Military Academy avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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