Central Davidson extended their losing streak to three on Wednesday, dropping them down to 9-6. They lost 13-3 to the South Stanly Bulls. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest defeat the Spartans have suffered since May 6, 2025.
As for South Stanly, they moved to 9-9 with that win, which also ended their three-game losing streak. Considering they have won six games by more than nine runs this season, Wednesday's blowout was nothing new.
For South Stanly's part, Gage Hudson was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He tossed four innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off three hits. Hudson also tossed a walk, which is notable because South Stanly is 2-1 when he allows at most two walks, but 7-8 otherwise. Hudson was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with two stolen bases and two runs.
In other batting news, Ayden Russell was excellent, going 1-for-2 with three runs, one stolen base, and one double. South Stanly is 4-1 when Russell posts two or more runs, but 5-8 otherwise. Another player making a difference was Mick Tucker, who went 2-for-3 with four RBI.
Central Davidson and South Stanly should be looking forward to their upcoming games as both have a sizable advantage in the MaxPreps North Carolina Rankings. The Spartans will challenge High Point Central at 6:00 p.m. on Monday with a big rank advantage (205 vs. 530). Meanwhile, South Stanly (ranked 215th) will meet Albemarle (ranked 481st) at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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