Union Academy won the last time they faced North Stanly and things went their way on Tuesday too. The Cardinals narrowly escaped with a victory as the team sidled past the Comets 5-3.

Avery Wilson
| 03/17/26 @ North Stanly | 15 |
| 03/13/26 vs Cuthbertson | 6 |
| 03/10/26 vs Chesterfield | 13 |
| 03/06/26 vs Uwharrie Charter Academy | 11 |
| 03/03/26 @ Uwharrie Charter Academy | 19 |
| + 2 more games |
Avery Wilson was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 15 batters over seven innings while giving up three earned runs off seven hits. She has been consistent: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts any time she's pitched this season. She was also big at the plate, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with three runs, one triple, and one stolen base.
In other batting news, Keilana Burgess was excellent, going 2-for-4 with two RBI, one run, and one double. Mackenzie Hartline also deserves some recognition as she hit her first double of the season.
Union Academy's record now sits at 6-1. As for North Stanly, their loss dropped their record down to 1-5.
Union Academy didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next matchup, a 5-2 win against Buford on the 18th. Hopefully North Stanly paid attention to the Cardinals' contest: the next time they hit the field , they'll take on the Cardinals at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
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