It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Charlotte Country Day School had no problem doing just that on Tuesday. They were the clear victor by an 11-3 margin over the Cary Academy Chargers. The win made it back-to-back victories for Charlotte Country Day School.
Alex Stiefel was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over 3.2 innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off five hits. Stiefel has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. Stiefel was also big at the plate, going 1-for-3 with three RBI.
In other batting news, James Lowe was incredible, going 4-for-4 with six RBI, two stolen bases, and two runs. Another player making a difference was Owen Miller, who scored three runs while going 4-for-4.
On Cary Academy's side, they saw six different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Tristan Earl, who went 1-for-2 with a double and an RBI.
Charlotte Country Day School pushed their record up to 12-11 with that win, which was their third straight at home. As for Cary Academy, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost ten of their last 11 matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 8-13 record this season.
Charlotte Country Day School will take on Ravenscroft at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Ravenscroft will roll in looking for their seventh straight victory, something Charlotte Country Day School surely won't give up without a fight. Cary Academy does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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