Union Prep Academy lost to Non Varsity Opponent two weeks ago, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Thursday. The Polar Bears came out on top against Non Varsity Opponent by a score of 6-1. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Polar Bears.
Abel Gowan made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and allowing only one hit while striking out seven over 5.1 innings pitched. Union Prep Academy is undefeated when Gowan allows two or fewer hits, but 2-3 otherwise. Gowan was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in two of his four plate appearances with three stolen bases and two runs.
Connor Johnson
| 04/02/26 @ Non Varsity Opponent | 3 |
| 04/01/26 vs Queen's Grant | 1 |
| 03/30/26 vs NorthPoint Christian Academy | 2 |
| 03/27/26 @ Pinnacle Classical Academy | 2 |
| 03/24/26 vs Queen's Grant | 1 |
| + 4 more games |
In other batting news, Connor Johnson was excellent, going 2-for-4 with three stolen bases and one run. Johnson is crushing it when it comes to stolen bases: he's snagged at least one every time he's taken the field this season. Eli Smith was another key player, earning one run and two stolen bases.
Union Prep Academy's victory bumped their record up to 6-3.
Union Prep Academy will have some time to savor their win since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Independence at 6:00 p.m. on the 15th. As for Non Varsity Opponent, they will take on Asheville School (Independent) at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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