Wilcox Academy extended their losing streak to three on Tuesday, dropping their season record down to 2-3 in the process. They lost 17-1 to the Lakeside School Chiefs. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Chiefs this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 12-0 on Tuesday.
Wilcox Academy saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was JP Beck, who went 1-for-2 with one run.
As for Lakeside School, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won 20 of their last 21 matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 49-5 record this season. The result was nothing new for Lakeside School, who have now won 30 contests by six runs or more so far this season.
On Lakeside School's side, Carson Scott made a splash no matter where he played. On the mound, he struck out six batters over three innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits (and only one walk). Scott has been consistent for a while: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in 11 consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with two runs and one RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Conner Britton, who went 2-for-3 with two triples, three runs, and two RBI. That's the most runs he has posted over his last 12 games. Brayden Vachon was another key player, earning one RBI, two runs, and two stolen bases.
Wilcox Academy does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Lakeside School, they will be playing at home against Coosa Valley Academy at 3:00 p.m. on Monday. The Rebels will aim to continue their three-game streak of scoring more runs each matchup than the last.
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