Apex is 5-0 against Green Level since March of 2022, and they'll have a chance to extend that success on Friday. The Apex Cougars will head out on the road to challenge the Green Level Gators at 4:30 p.m. Apex is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 9.2 runs per game this season.
On Wednesday, Apex beat Wakefield 8-5.
Alyssa Kaufman spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned (and two unearned) runs on seven hits and racked up six Ks.
On the hitting side, Avery Dearman was incredible, going 3-for-3 with a home run, four RBI, and a triple. Another player making a difference was Dylan Goodall, who scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-3.
Meanwhile, Green Level was not able to break out of their rough patch on Wednesday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They fell just short of Seaforth by a score of 9-8.
Esme Park was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring two runs while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances. Sara Abramson was another key contributor, going 2-for-3 with a stolen base and two RBI.
Apex has been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 9-4 record this season. As for Green Level, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-11.
Apex's speedy runners might be the difference in Friday's match. Apex has been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 5.5 stolen bases per game. It's a different story for Green Level, though, as they've been averaging only 1. Will they be able to secure the bases, or will Apex continue to outrun the ball?
Apex took their win against Green Level in their previous matchup back in March by a conclusive 11-1. The rematch might be a little tougher for Apex since the squad won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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