Bayou Academy had lost four straight on the road, but on Thursday they dropped down to 3-9 to make it five. They came up short against the Jackson Academy Raiders, falling 16-2. Unfortunately, that's the third time they've come up short against the Raiders this season, with their most recent defeat being a 14-1 loss on Tuesday.
As for Jackson Academy, the win (which was their sixth in a row) raised their record to 22-5. Considering they have won 13 games by more than five runs this season, Thursday's blowout was nothing new.
For Jackson Academy's part, Tai Jones was incredible, going a perfect 3-for-3 with one home run, three stolen bases, and four runs. That's the most hits Jones has posted since back in March. Landyn Baker was another key player, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with five RBI, one triple, and one run.
We've got plenty of inter-district action coming up soon. Bayou Academy is set to challenge their familiar foe Magnolia Heights at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Jackson Academy will take on rival Pillow Academy at 6:00 p.m. on the 13th.
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