Fullington Academy had to endure a nine-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. They walked away with an 8-3 win over the Crisp Academy Wildcats on Tuesday. The Trojans' hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Bryson Faulk made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run while striking out nine over seven innings pitched. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't tossed less than nine strikeouts in three consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, scoring two runs while going 2-for-5.
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In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Augie Harris, who scored a run and stole a base while going 3-for-4. The dominant performance gave him a new career-high in hits. Will Greer was another key player, scoring a run while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
Fullington Academy kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
Fullington Academy's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-6. As for Crisp Academy, their defeat was their first in the region, dropping their region record down to 2-1 and their overall record down to 4-4.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Fullington Academy will head out to face off against Westwood at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Crisp Academy, a feisty cat fight will be fought as Crisp Academy Wildcats challenge Grace Christian Academy Cougars at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. Grace Christian Academy will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something Crisp Academy surely won't give up without a fight.
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