Carrollton has enjoyed a four-game homestand but will soon have to dust off their road jerseys. They will challenge the Woodward Academy War Eagles at 5:55 p.m. on Friday. Carrollton is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 7 runs per game this season.
Last Wednesday, Carrollton had just enough and edged South Paulding out 3-1.
John Cobb spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered only one earned run on three hits. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in nine consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Landon Eubanks was excellent, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 1-for-3. Dylan Bishop was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-2.
Meanwhile, Thursday just wasn't the day for Woodward Academy's offense. Their tough 10-0 loss to Starr's Mill on Thursday might stick with them for a while.
Woodward Academy saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Bill Gantt, who went 1-for-2 with a double.
Carrollton has been performing well recently as they've won 11 of their last 13 contests, which provided a nice bump to their 19-8 record this season. As for Woodward Academy, their defeat dropped their record down to 21-8.
Friday's matchup will be a test for both team's pitchers. Carrollton hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .322. However, it's not like Woodward Academy struggles in that department as they've averaged .358. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Carrollton came up short against Woodward Academy in their previous matchup back in April of 2023, falling 9-6. Can Carrollton avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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