In what's become a running theme this season, Laurence Manning Academy gave their fans yet another huge victory on Tuesday. Everything went their way against the Carolina Academy Bobcats as the Laurence Manning Academy Swampcats made off with an 11-1 win. While fans of Laurence Manning Academy might be used to big wins, the ten-run margin marked the team's biggest victory yet this season.
Bryson Hodge looked comfortable as he struck out seven batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on BJ Balls, who fired off two home runs, three runs, and three RBI while going 4-for-5. Balls is crushing it when it comes to stolen bases: he's stolen at least one every time he's taken the field this season. Tyler June was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-4.
The win was the third in a row for Laurence Manning Academy, bringing their record for this year to 4-2. Those victories were due in large part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 8.0 runs per game. As for Carolina Academy, they have been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 5-7 record this season.
Laurence Manning Academy will be staying on the road on Thursday to face off against First Baptist School at 5:00 p.m. As for Carolina Academy, they will look to defend their home field on Thursday against King's Academy at 6:30 p.m.
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