King's Academy put another one in the bag on Thursday to keep their perfect season alive. They put the hurt on the Dr. Joaquin Garcia Bulldogs with a sharp 15-6 victory. That result was just more of the same for these two, as the Lions also won the last time the pair played back in April of 2024.
Caroline Duncan
| 02/27/25 vs Dr. Joaquin Garcia | 9 |
| 02/25/25 @ Somerset Academy - Canyons | 1 |
| 02/21/25 vs Forest Hill | 4 |
| 02/20/25 vs Royal Palm Beach | 7 |
Caroline Duncan was a major factor no matter where she played. She struck out nine batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned (and four unearned) runs off nine hits (and only one walk). With that strong performance, she is now averaging an impressive 5.2 strikeouts per game. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going 3-for-4 with one home run, five RBI, and two runs. What's more, she posted three hits, the most she's had since back in February of 2024.
In other batting news, Gracyn Needle was incredible, going 2-for-4 with one home run, four RBI, and two runs. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in February of 2024. The team also got some help courtesy of Abigail Daniel, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-2.
King's Academy hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now struck out at most four strikeouts in five consecutive matches dating back to last season.
King's Academy pushed their record up to 4-0 with the win, which was their third straight at home. As for Dr. Joaquin Garcia, their loss ended a three-game streak of away wins and brought them to 3-2.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. A feisty cat fight will be fought as the Lions face off against the Tigers at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Dr. Joaquin Garcia, they will host Highlands Christian at 6:30 p.m. on Monday. Dr. Joaquin Garcia has given up an average of 4 runs per game this season, so hopefully the team got some pitching drills in this week.
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