Westwood extended their losing streak to three on Thursday, dropping them down to 3-8. They fell 7-3 to the Fullington Academy Trojans. Unfortunately, that's the third time they've come up short against the Trojans this season, with their most recent loss being a 13-4 defeat on Tuesday.
As for Fullington Academy, they have been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five games. That's provided a massive bump to their 4-4 record this season. Those wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 3.4 runs on average over those games.
For Fullington Academy's part, Cash Greene made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run while striking out nine over 6.1 innings pitched. Greene also tossed no earned runs, which is notable because Fullington Academy is 2-1 when he allows at most three earned runs, but 2-3 otherwise. Greene was also big at the plate, going 1-for-4 with two stolen bases, one run, and one RBI. He has been hot, having posted at least one stolen base the last five times he's played.
In other batting news, Brantley Ross was incredible, going 2-for-3 with four stolen bases, two RBI, and one run. He has become a key player for Fullington Academy: the team is undefeated when he posts at least two stolen bases, but 1-4 otherwise. Augie Harris also deserves some recognition as he hit his first double of the season.
Westwood and Fullington Academy will both get a bit of extra prep time before their next contests. The next time the Wildcats see the field they'll take on Terrell Academy at 4:00 p.m. on April 7. As for Fullington Academy, their break will end when they face Southland Academy at 4:00 p.m. on April 6.
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