Woodward Academy was the 9-6 winner over Carrollton when they last played one another back in April of 2023, but their luck changed this time around. The Woodward Academy War Eagles fell just short of the Carrollton Trojans by a score of 7-6 on Friday. Woodward Academy has now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Chance Dixon made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Ethan Hall, who went 2-for-3 with three RBI and a double.
On Carrollton's side, Caleb Hudson tossed a big game, not allowing a single earned run over five innings pitched. Hudson has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in nine consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Maddox Monsour, who fired off two home runs while going 3-for-5. Jordan White was another key contributor, going 2-for-3 with a home run and two runs.
Woodward Academy's defeat dropped their record down to 21-10. As for Carrollton, their victory was their eighth straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 20-8.
Woodward Academy will look to defend their home field on Thursday against South Effingham at 4:30 p.m. South Effingham will roll in looking for their seventh straight win, something Woodward Academy surely won't give up without a fight. As for Carrollton, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Harrison at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. The last three games Carrollton has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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