Thomas Jefferson Academy had to skate by with only a one-run margin when they last took the field, which might have inspired the 15-run drubbing they dealt Twiggs Academy on Monday. The Jaguars blew past the Trojans 19-4. The victory continues a trend for the Jaguars in their matchups with the Trojans: they've now won nine in a row.
Cason Walden was a major factor no matter where he played. He tossed two innings while giving up just two earned runs off one hit. What's more, he posted five strikeouts, the most he's had since back in March of 2024. He was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs while getting on base in two of his three plate appearances. He is becoming a predictor of Thomas Jefferson Academy's success: when he posts at least two runs the team is undefeated (and 7-9 when he doesn't).
Gavin Bailey
| 02/24/25 @ Glenn Hills | 6 |
| 03/20/25 @ John Hancock Academy | 5 |
| 04/14/25 vs Twiggs Academy | 4 |
| 03/18/25 vs John Hancock Academy | 4 |
| 04/01/25 vs Edmund Burke Academy | 3 |
| + 5 more games |
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Gavin Bailey, who went 2-for-3 with four RBI, two runs, and one stolen base. Thomas Jefferson Academy is 4-1 when Bailey posts three or more RBI, but 6-8 otherwise. The team also got some help courtesy of Grant Gillooly, who scored two runs while going 1-for-2.
Thomas Jefferson Academy was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .450. They are a perfect 4-0 when they post a batting average of .375 or better.
Thomas Jefferson Academy now has a winning record of 10-9. As for Twiggs Academy, their defeat was their ninth straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 0-11.
Looking ahead, Thomas Jefferson Academy will take on Lake Oconee Academy at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Titans will roll in looking for their tenth straight win, something the Jaguars surely won't give up without a fight. Twiggs Academy does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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