For the second straight game, Hartfield Academy will face off against Jackson Prep. The Hawks will look to defend their home field on Thursday against the Patriots at 4:30 p.m. Hartfield Academy will aim to continue their three-game streak of scoring more runs each game than the last.
Hartfield Academy barely beat Jackson Prep the last time the pair played, but that sure wasn't the case this time around. The Hawks were the clear victors by a 15-2 margin over the Patriots on Tuesday. The Hawks might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won eight matchups by eight runs or more this season.
Taylor Latham
| 03/17/26 @ Jackson Prep | 9 |
| 03/11/26 vs Warren Central | 6 |
| 02/28/26 vs Tupelo | 1 |
| 02/19/26 vs Jackson Academy | 3 |
| 02/13/26 @ Oak Grove | 4 |
| + 7 more games |
Hartfield Academy got a great performance from Taylor Latham as he struck out nine batters over five innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off one hit. That's the most strikeouts Latham has posted since back in April of 2025.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Luke Wesson, who went 3-for-5 with two stolen bases, three RBI, and two runs. That's the most stolen bases he has posted since back in February. Another player making a difference was Eli Murphy, who went 2-for-3 with two runs, two RBI, and one double.
Hartfield Academy was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .438. They are a perfect 7-0 when they post a batting average of .375 or better.
Jackson Prep is on a seven-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 8-10. As for Hartfield Academy, their win bumped their record up to 9-4-2.
Thursday's contest will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Hartfield Academy hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .351. However, it's not like Jackson Prep struggles in that department as they've averaged .324. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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