Cape Hatteras made up a huge gap compared to their last game against Columbia, but they still couldn't quite topple them. The Hurricanes were the clear victors by a 15-5 margin over the Wildcats on Monday. Considering the Hurricanes' hitters had been struggling lately, the high-scoring outing was a much-needed turnaround.
Trae Wyatt
| 04/14/25 vs Columbia | 2 |
| 04/08/25 @ Bear Grass Charter | 1 |
| 04/01/25 @ Mattamuskeet | 1 |
| 03/28/25 vs Hobgood Charter | 1 |
| 03/25/25 @ Hobgood Charter | 1 |
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Trae Wyatt was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He struck out six batters over four innings while giving up three earned (and two unearned) runs off six hits. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive appearances. He was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with five RBI and two runs. That's the most runs he has posted since back in May of 2024.
In other batting news, Wyatt Cannon and Mikie Gavetti did most of the damage at the plate: Cannon scored three runs while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances, while Gavetti scored two runs while going 3-for-4. Cape Hatteras is undefeated when Cannon posts two or more runs, but 3-7 otherwise. Joey Lettieri was another key player, scoring a run while going 1-for-2.
Cape Hatteras always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .643. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
Cape Hatteras has been performing well recently as they've won six of their last eight matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 9-7 record this season. Those wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 9.9 runs over those games. As for Columbia, they have been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 6-8 record this season.
Cape Hatteras will head out to take on Eastern Christian HomeSchool at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The Trailblazers' pitching crew has only allowed 3.8 runs per game this season, so the Hurricanes' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Columbia, they will host Bear Grass Charter at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Bears will roll in looking for their 13th straight victory, something the Wildcats surely won't give up without a fight.
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