After flying high against Catholic last Thursday, Nansemond-Suffolk Academy came back down to earth. The Saints fell just short of the Walsingham Academy Trojans by a score of 4-2 on Tuesday. The home team had taken home the W every time these teams have met since March 21, 2023, but that streak is no more.
Nansemond-Suffolk Academy saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Noah Brooks, who went 2-for-3 with one stolen base. Tucker Copeland also deserves some recognition as he got his first hit of the season.
Nansemond-Suffolk Academy's defeat dropped their record down to 9-8. As for Walsingham Academy, they have been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 9-7-1 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Nansemond-Suffolk Academy will welcome Cape Henry Collegiate at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Dolphins will roll in looking for their fifth straight victory, something the Saints surely won't give up without a fight. As for Walsingham Academy, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Isle of Wight Academy at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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