After having lost a blowout in their previous game against East Wake Academy, Kerr-Vance Academy was happy to have turned things around on Tuesday. They came out on top against the Cape Fear Christian Academy Eagles by a score of 7-3. The victory was some much needed relief for the Spartans as it spelled an end to their four-game losing streak dating back to last season.
Nathan McDaniel
| 03/04/25 @ Cape Fear Christian Academy | 8 |
| 02/27/25 @ Oxford Prep | 4 |
| 05/17/24 vs Lawrence Academy | 4 |
| 04/30/24 vs Halifax Academy | 11 |
Nathan McDaniel was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He struck out eight batters over six innings while giving up three earned runs off four hits. That's the most strikeouts he has posted since back in April of 2024. He was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs while going 2-for-4. He also put up a double, which was his first of the season.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on MJ Wright, who scored three runs while going 2-for-4. That's the most hits he has posted since back in April of 2024. Thomas Wilson also deserves some recognition as he scored his first run of the season.
Kerr-Vance Academy's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-3. As for Cape Fear Christian Academy, their defeat ended a seven-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 1-1.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Kerr-Vance Academy will take on Lawrence Academy at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Cape Fear Christian Academy, they will face off against Wilson Christian Academy at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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