The Apex Cougars will look to defend their home field on Wednesday against the Union Pines Vikings at 6:00 p.m. Apex is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 8.2 runs per game this season.
On Tuesday, Apex earned an 8-5 victory over Middle Creek. The win made it back-to-back victories for Apex.
Hailey Spielman was incredible, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-2. The team also got some help courtesy of Analiza Whittlesey, who went 1-for-3 with two runs and a triple.
Meanwhile, it was a hard-fought matchup, but Union Pines had to settle for an 8-7 loss against James Madison on Wednesday.
Corryn McCutchen and Natalie Auman stepped up to the plate in a big way. McCutchen went 3-for-4 with two stolen bases, a triple, and a run, while Auman scored three runs and stole two bases while going 3-for-3. Another player making a difference was Kileigh Cameron, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-3.
Apex has been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five contests, which provided a nice bump to their 7-3 record this season. As for Union Pines, their defeat dropped their record down to 8-3.
Wednesday's game will be a test for both team's pitchers. Apex hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .367. However, it's not like Union Pines struggles in that department as they've averaged .384. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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