Lee Academy was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They might be feeling deja-vu: they lost 6-5 to the George Stevens Academy Eagles, which was the same score (and result) they got the week prior. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Lee Academy of the 12-1 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in June of 2021.
For George Stevens Academy's part, Brady Pert was a major factor no matter where he played. He struck out nine batters over six innings while giving up just two earned (and three unearned) runs off six hits. Pert has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. Pert was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
Pert wasn't the only one making solid contact as five players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Isaiah Radel, who scored two runs and stole three bases while going 2-for-3. Another player making a difference was Skylar Carter, who scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-3.
Lee Academy's defeat dropped their record down to 7-4. As for George Stevens Academy, their win bumped their record up to 4-6.
Lee Academy will head out on the road to face off against Stearns at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. As for George Stevens Academy, they will be playing at home against Bucksport at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. Bucksport's pitching crew has only allowed 3.8 runs per game this season, so George Stevens Academy's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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