Lee Academy was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They wound up on the wrong side of a tough 9-2 walloping at the hands of the Ben Lippen Falcons.
For Ben Lippen's part, Thatcher Baughman was a major factor no matter where he played. He struck out six batters over five innings while giving up just one earned run off four hits (and not a single walk). Baughman was also big at the plate, scoring two runs while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
In other batting news, Sean Lee was excellent, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-3. Mason O'Cain was another key contributor, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with an RBI.
Lee Academy's loss dropped their record down to 5-10. As for Ben Lippen, the win got them back to even at 1-1.
Lee Academy will be playing in front of their home fans against Calhoun Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Calhoun Academy's pitching crew has only allowed 2.3 runs per game this season, so Lee Academy's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Ben Lippen, they will have some time to savor their victory since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Wilson Hall at 7:00 p.m. on April 23rd.
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