Andrew Jackson had lost five straight on the road, but on Tuesday they dropped down to 9-15 to make it six. They lost 13-3 to the York Prep Patriots. The Volunteers were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Patriots apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in April of 2025.
As for York Prep, they are on a roll lately: they've won three of their last four matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 10-10-1 record this season. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won eight contests by seven runs or more this season.
For York Prep's part, Avery Williams was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he tossed six innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off three hits. What's more, Williams posted five strikeouts, the most he's had since back in March. He was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-5 with one home run, three RBI, and two runs. That home run was his first of the season.
In other batting news, York Prep let Luke Burrell and Charlie Stewart run wild. Burrell went 1-for-4 with one home run, four RBI, and two runs, while Stewart got on base in three of his four plate appearances with two stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI. York Prep is undefeated when Burrell posts two or more runs, but 7-10-1 otherwise. The team also got some help courtesy of Bryson Curtis, who went 1-for-4 with one stolen base, one run, and one double.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Andrew Jackson will welcome McBee at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday. As for York Prep, they will face off against Grace Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The Patriots' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Lions have averaged an impressive 6.5 runs per game this season.
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