East Rankin Academy lost to Winston Academy two weeks ago, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Tuesday. East Rankin Academy came out on top against Winston Academy by a score of 6-5 (the very same score they lost by in their prior game). The game was the first time East Rankin Academy has beaten Winston Academy on their field since April 14, 2022.
Brayden Ingram
| 03/11/25 vs Winston Academy | 8 |
| 02/25/25 @ Newton County Academy | 7 |
| 03/06/24 vs Central Hinds Academy | 7 |
| 02/23/24 vs Kemper Academy | 7 |
| 04/04/24 vs Simpson Academy | 5 |
Brayden Ingram was a major factor no matter where he played. He struck out eight batters over five innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off two hits. The dominant performance gave him a new career-high in strikeouts. He was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with one double and one RBI. That double was his first of the season.
In other batting news, Luke Wesson was excellent, scoring a run and stealing Two bases. while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. He has become a key player for East Rankin Academy: the team is undefeated when he posts at least two stolen bases, but 1-3 otherwise. Another player making a difference was Weston Floyd, who scored a run while going 1-for-3.
East Rankin Academy now has a winning record of 4-3. As for Winston Academy, the loss snapped their winning streak at three games and leaves them with a 9-5 record.
East Rankin Academy will get to enjoy the win for a while: their next game is against Park Place Christian Academy at 6:30 p.m. on March 25th. As for Winston Academy, they wasted no time getting back out on the field and have already played their next match, a 15-3 defeat against Manchester Academy on the 12th.
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