The Stratford Academy Eagles will take on the First Presbyterian Day Vikings at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. Stratford Academy is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7.7 runs per game this season.
Stratford Academy's hitters might be in the hot seat on Thursday considering what happened against Tattnall Square Academy on Tuesday. They lost 9-0 to the Trojans. The Eagles have struggled against the Trojans recently, as their game on Tuesday was their eighth consecutive lost matchup.
Meanwhile, First Presbyterian Day unfortunately witnessed the end of their three-game winning streak on Tuesday. They fell just short of Piedmont Academy by a score of 4-3.
First Presbyterian Day saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Lyric Jones, who scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-2.
Stratford Academy's defeat dropped their record down to 12-10. As for First Presbyterian Day, their loss ended an 11-game streak of away wins dating back to last season and brought them to 18-4.
Thursday's contest will be a test for both team's pitchers. Stratford Academy hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of 0. However, it's not like First Presbyterian Day struggles in that department as they've averaged 0. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Stratford Academy came up short against First Presbyterian Day in their previous meeting two weeks ago, falling 5-2. Will Stratford Academy have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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