Apex had to hit the road for their first game and it wasn't the result they were hoping for. They fell just short of the Athens Drive Jaguars by a score of 4-2 on Monday. The Cougars were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Jaguars apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in April of 2024.
Apex got a good showing from JUSTIN DAVIS, who struck out seven batters over three innings while giving up just two earned runs off six hits (and only one walk).
At the plate, ADRIAN GONZALEZ was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring a run and stealing two bases while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Apex will welcome Lee County at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The last three games Apex has played (dating back to last season) have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one. As for Athens Drive, a feisty cat fight will be fought as the Jaguars take on the Wildcats at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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