The Oxbridge Academy ThunderWolves have the luxury of staying home for another game and will welcome the Somerset Academy - Canyons Cougars at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. Oxbridge Academy is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 7.1 runs per game this season.
Tuesday just wasn't the day for Oxbridge Academy's offense. They suffered a tough 10-0 defeat at the hands of Cardinal Newman on Tuesday. Oxbridge Academy has not had much luck with Cardinal Newman recently, as the team's come up short the last eight times they've met.
Meanwhile, Somerset Academy - Canyons put the finishing touches on their sixth blowout victory of the season on Tuesday. They were the clear victor by a 12-1 margin over Atlantic Christian. The win was some much needed relief for Somerset Academy - Canyons as it spelled an end to their four-game losing streak.
Lucas Miller looked comfortable as he pitched four innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Tay Briskey, who scored two runs while going 3-for-3. Jake Rosini was another key contributor, going 2-for-4 with a triple, two RBI, and a run.
Oxbridge Academy's loss dropped their record down to 6-9. As for Somerset Academy - Canyons, their victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 8-10.
Thursday's matchup might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Oxbridge Academy has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .445. However, it's not like Somerset Academy - Canyons struggles in that department as they've averaged .432. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more baseball content.
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