NCSSM: Durham extended their losing streak to three on Tuesday, dropping them down to 1-3. They lost 17-1 to the Durham Academy Cavaliers. The Unicorns were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Cavaliers apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in March of 2023.
As for Durham Academy, they pushed their record up to 6-5 with the victory, which was their third straight at home. That looming 17-1 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for them yet this season.
For Durham Academy's part, Stella Teis made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only one hit while striking out 11 over four innings pitched. Those 11 strikeouts gave Teis a new career-high. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-2 with one stolen base and one run.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Vera Ruth, who went a perfect 4-for-4 with four runs, four RBI, and two doubles. Meera Gupta was another key player, going 1-for-2 with two runs, two RBI, and one double.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. NCSSM: Durham will square off against Roxboro Community at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Durham Academy, they will challenge Cary Academy at 4:45 p.m. on Friday.
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