With a playoff win on the line, Oak Forest Academy rose to the challenge on Monday. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Simpson Academy Cougars, sneaking past 7-6. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Yellowjackets have posted since March 19, 2025.
Brady Husser looked comfortable as he pitched 2.2 innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than one walk in three consecutive appearances.
Maison Bales
| 04/17/26 vs Silliman Institute | 3 |
| 05/04/26 @ Simpson Academy | 2 |
| 04/07/26 vs Copiah Academy | 2 |
| 02/20/26 vs Parklane Academy | 2 |
| 02/03/26 vs Bowling Green | 2 |
| + 5 more games |
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Maison Bales, who went 2-for-5 with two runs and one double. He is becoming a predictor of Oak Forest Academy's success: when he posts at least two runs the team is undefeated (and 10-12 when he doesn't). Kevin Windam was another key player, going 1-for-6 with two runs and one double.
Oak Forest Academy kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 13 hits. That's the most hits they've posted since back in February.
Oak Forest Academy's victory bumped their record up to 15-12. As for Simpson Academy, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost five of their last six contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 19-16 record this season.
Oak Forest Academy will have a chance to go back-to-back against Simpson Academy: the pair's next game is a rematch scheduled at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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