The Union Pines Vikings are on the road again on Wednesday to play the Apex Cougars at 6:00 p.m. Union Pines is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 9.3 runs per game this season.
Last Wednesday, it was a hard-fought game, but Union Pines had to settle for an 8-7 loss against James Madison.
Corryn McCutchen and Natalie Auman did some serious damage despite the final result: McCutchen went 3-for-4 with two stolen bases, a triple, and a run, while Auman scored three runs and stole two bases while going 3-for-3. The team also got some help courtesy of Kileigh Cameron, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-3.
Meanwhile, Apex earned an 8-5 win over Middle Creek on Tuesday. The victory made it back-to-back wins for Apex.
Hailey Spielman was incredible, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-2. Analiza Whittlesey was another key contributor, going 1-for-3 with two runs and a triple.
Union Pines' defeat dropped their record down to 8-3. As for Apex, they have been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 7-3 record this season.
Wednesday's match might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Union Pines has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .467. However, it's not like Apex struggles in that department as they've averaged .463. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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