George Stevens Academy gave up the first runs on Monday, but they didn't let that get them down. They skirted past the Lee Academy Pandas 6-5. That's more bragging rights for George Stevens Academy, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Brady Pert made a big impact no matter where he played. On the mound, 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: 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.
George Stevens Academy's win bumped their record up to 4-6. As for Lee Academy, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 7-4.
George Stevens Academy 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. As for Lee Academy, they will head out on the road to face off against Stearns at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
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