It may have taken eight innings to finish the job, but Tucker ultimately got the result they hoped for on Thursday. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the North Springs Spartans, sneaking past 8-7. Winning may never get old, but the Tigers sure are getting used to it with their third in a row.
Harrison Morledge
| 03/18/26 vs St. Pius X Catholic | 8 |
| 02/19/26 @ Newton | 6 |
| 03/13/26 @ Druid Hills | 4 |
| 04/02/26 @ North Springs | 1 |
| 03/02/26 vs Southwest DeKalb | 1 |
| + 1 more games |
Harrison Morledge was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over three innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits (and not a single walk). He is becoming a predictor of Tucker's success: when he allows at most one earned run the team is undefeated (and 5-14 when he doesn't). Morledge was also big at the plate, going 3-for-4 with one stolen base and one RBI. That's the most hits he has posted since back in March.
In other batting news, Jalen Cross was excellent, going 2-for-5 with two doubles, two RBI, and one run. That's the most doubles he has posted since back in March. The team also got some help courtesy of Blake Samuda, who got on base in three of his five plate appearances with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI.
Tucker kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 13 hits. They are 2-1 when they post 11 or more hits.
Tucker's record now sits at 8-14. As for North Springs, they dropped their record down to 7-18 with the defeat, which was their third straight at home.
Looking ahead, Tucker will take on Pace Academy at 5:55 p.m. on Monday. The Tigers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Knights have averaged an impressive 7.1 runs per game this season. As for North Springs, they will square off against Tournament Opponent on Friday.
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