The Leadership Academy Falcons didn't have quite enough to beat the Southwestern Randolph Cougars on Friday and fell 3-2. The Falcons have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Hank Gaston
| 04/25/25 @ Southwestern Randolph | 2 |
| 04/15/25 @ Bishop McGuinness | 0 |
| 04/14/25 vs Bishop McGuinness | 1 |
| 03/19/25 vs Corvian Community | 1 |
Hank Gaston put in work no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over six innings while giving up three earned runs off five hits. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive appearances. He was also stellar in the batter's box, going a perfect 3-for-3 with one home run and two RBI.
Gaston wasn't the only one making solid contact as three players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Jafet Rodriguez, who went 2-for-3 with one run. Logan McDonald also deserves some recognition as he got his first hit of the season.
Leadership Academy's loss dropped their record down to 9-9. As for Southwestern Randolph, their victory ended a five-game drought at home and bumped them up to 9-13.
Leadership Academy does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Southwestern Randolph, they will face off against Uwharrie Charter Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Eagles' pitching crew has only allowed 3.6 runs per game this season, so the Cougars' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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