Nansemond-Suffolk Academy's hitters rose to the challenge against a Warriors pitching crew that boasted an average of only 3.7 points allowed on Friday. The Nansemond-Suffolk Academy Saints walked away with a 10-6 victory over the Lawrence Academy Warriors.
Chase Eliason looked comfortable as he pitched three innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off three hits.
At the plate, Cam Bergen was incredible, scoring a run while going 4-for-4. The team also got some help courtesy of Joseph Petry, who scored three runs while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances.
On Lawrence Academy's side, Nike Wiggins was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Mari Larry, who scored a run and stole three bases while going 1-for-4.
Nansemond-Suffolk Academy now has a winning record of 3-2. As for Lawrence Academy, their defeat dropped their record down to 7-3.
Nansemond-Suffolk Academy will head out on the road to challenge Catholic at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Nansemond-Suffolk Academy is looking to tack on another W to their four-game streak on the road dating back to last season. As for Lawrence Academy, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Cape Fear Christian Academy at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Lawrence Academy's pitching crew has only allowed 3.7 runs per game this season, so Cape Fear Christian Academy's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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