String Theory will be playing in front of their home fans against the Philadelphia Academy Charter Chargers at 3:15 p.m. on Thursday. The squads are rolling into the game with opposing streaks: String Theory has struggled recently with three defeats in a row, while Philadelphia Academy Charter will arrive with three straight wins.
String Theory is headed into the game fresh off scoring the most runs they have all season. They took a 14-11 hit to the loss column at the hands of Mariana Bracetti Academy on Monday.
Jude Ibbetson made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored a run while going 3-for-5. The team also got some help courtesy of Jason Pezzetti, who scored two runs while going 2-for-3.
Even though they lost, String Theory kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
Meanwhile, Philadelphia Academy Charter was able to grind out a solid victory over Tacony Academy Charter on Monday, taking the game 7-3.
Tyler O'Brien was excellent, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with a triple and a double.
String Theory's loss dropped their record down to 0-4-1. As for Philadelphia Academy Charter, their win bumped their record up to 5-1.
Thursday's matchup might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. String Theory has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .465. However, it's not like Philadelphia Academy Charter struggles in that department as they've averaged .473. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
String Theory came out on top in a nail-biter against Philadelphia Academy Charter in their previous matchup back in May of 2021, sneaking past 3-2. Will String Theory repeat their success, or does Philadelphia Academy Charter have a new game plan this time around? We'll find out soon enough.
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