For the second straight game, Columbia Academy will face off against Oak Forest Academy. The Cougars will look to defend their home field on Friday against the Yellowjackets at 4:30 p.m. Both teams are headed into the matchup with plenty of momentum (Columbia Academy has won five straight at home, while Oak Forest Academy won five straight on the road), something that'll have to change.
Columbia Academy is probably headed into the game with a chip on their shoulder considering Oak Forest Academy just ended the team's nine-game winning streak on Tuesday. They fell 5-1 to the Yellowjackets. The defeat was just more heartbreak for the Cougars, who fell 5-3 when the teams last met back in May of 2024.
For Oak Forest Academy's part, Logan Freche spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered only one earned run on five hits and racked up 13 Ks. Freche has been consistent : he hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in five consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Oak Forest Academy saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Benton Burris, who got on base in all three of his plate appearances with one stolen base. Another was Blayke Danna, who got on base in two of his three plate appearances with one stolen base and one RBI.
Oak Forest Academy's victory bumped their record up to 16-3. As for Columbia Academy, their loss dropped their record down to 18-7.
Friday's match might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Columbia Academy has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .447. However, it's not like Oak Forest Academy struggles in that department as they've averaged .481. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other baseball content.
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