The UMS-Wright Prep Bulldogs will head out on the road to square off against the Bayside Academy Admirals at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. UMS-Wright Prep is no doubt hoping to put an end to an eight-game streak of away losses dating back to last season.
Last Wednesday, it was close, but UMS-Wright Prep sidestepped Orange Beach for an 8-7 win.
Andy Purvis looked comfortable as he pitched 2.2 innings while giving up no earned run or hits.
On the hitting side, Manning Amorde was excellent, scoring a run and stealing two bases while getting on base in two of his four plate appearances. He has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last four times he's played. Another player making a difference was Will Taylor, who scored two runs while going 2-for-4.
Meanwhile, Bayside Academy fell victim to Lipscomb Academy and their airtight pitching crew last Wednesday. They took a 3-0 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Mustangs. The game marked that first time this year in which Bayside Academy was not able to get on the board.
UMS-Wright Prep's victory bumped their record up to 4-10. As for Bayside Academy, their loss dropped their record down to 7-4.
UMS-Wright Prep took their win against Bayside Academy in their previous matchup back in May of 2023 by a conclusive 11-4. Will UMS-Wright Prep repeat their success, or does Bayside Academy have a new game plan this time around? We'll find out soon enough.
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