Oxford Prep was the 12-2 winner over Falls Lake Academy when they last played one another back in April of 2025, but their luck changed this time around. The Griffins took a 4-1 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Firebirds on Saturday. The Griffins have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Bryson Preddy was huge while hitting and pitching even without the win. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out nine batters over 6.1 innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off eight hits (and only one walk). He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than one walk in four consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with two stolen bases and one run.
Preddy wasn't the only one making solid contact as three players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Tanner Abbott, who went 1-for-3 with one stolen base and one RBI.
Oxford Prep's defeat dropped their record down to 6-3. As for Falls Lake Academy, they have been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 8-6 record this season.
Coincidentally, Oxford Prep and Falls Lake Academy will both be playing Eno River Academy the next time they take the field. The Griffins will head out to face the Bobcats at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, while the Firebirds will head out to face them at 6:00 p.m. on the 14th.
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