Stratford Academy dropped to 8-9 on Tuesday, ending the team's three-game streak of wins at home. They lost 13-0 to the First Presbyterian Day Vikings. The Eagles were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Vikings apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in October of 2024.
As for First Presbyterian Day, the victory (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 11-3. Considering they have won nine matchups by more than five runs this season, Tuesday's blowout was nothing new.
For First Presbyterian Day's part, Gracyn Fuller made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She kept things locked down with no earned runs or hits over four innings pitched. Fuller has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than one walk in nine consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going a perfect 3-for-3 with one home run, four RBI, and one double.
In other batting news, Lyric Jones was incredible, going 3-for-4 with one home run, three runs, and one stolen base. That's the most runs she has posted since back in October of 2024. Emma Morgan also deserves some recognition as she hit her first double of the season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Stratford Academy will host Piedmont Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for First Presbyterian Day, they will be playing at home against John Milledge Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Vikings' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Trojans have averaged an impressive 6.6 runs per game this season.
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