There's no place like home for Anderson Prep Academy, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Friday. They blew past the Muncie Burris Owls 11-4. Anderson Prep Academy's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Julian Tyler made a big impact no matter where he played. On the mound, he struck out 17 batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off two hits. Tyler has been consistent recently: he hasn't tossed less than seven strikeouts every time he's pitched this season. Tyler was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing a base while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Skylar Brough, who scored a run and stole two bases while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances. CJ Fletcher was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-2.
On Muncie Burris' side, they saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Beau Edmonds, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-3.
Anderson Prep Academy's win bumped their record up to 2-4. As for Muncie Burris, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 5-5 record this season.
Anderson Prep Academy will look to defend their home field on Wednesday against Eastern Hancock at 5:30 p.m. Eastern Hancock has struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 6.83 runs per game on average), something Anderson Prep Academy will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Muncie Burris, they will head out on the road to take on Pike at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. Pike will roll in looking for their sixth straight victory, something Muncie Burris surely won't give up without a fight.
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