Carolina Academy was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They fell victim to a rough 11-1 loss at the hands of the Laurence Manning Academy Swampcats. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Carolina Academy of the 3-2 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in March of 2023.
For Laurence Manning Academy's part, Bryson Hodge looked comfortable as he struck out seven batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Hodge has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, BJ Balls was incredible, firing off two home runs, three runs, and three RBI while going 4-for-5. Balls is crushing it when it comes to stolen bases: he's stolen at least one every time he's taken the field this season. The team also got some help courtesy of Tyler June, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-4.
Carolina Academy's loss dropped their record down to 5-7. As for Laurence Manning Academy, the win (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 4-2.
Carolina Academy will be playing in front of their home fans against King's Academy at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Laurence Manning Academy, they will head out on the road to take on First Baptist School at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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