Seattle Academy came out on top against Eastside Catholic on Friday thanks in part to the team's impressive four-run fourth inning. The Cardinals walked away with a 7-2 win over the Crusaders. That's more bragging rights for the Cardinals, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.

Dashiell Story
| 03/27/26 @ Eastside Catholic | 9 |
| 03/21/26 @ Sehome | 8 |
| 05/09/25 vs Roosevelt | 7 |
| 04/25/25 @ Seattle Prep | 3 |
| 04/14/25 vs Garfield | 13 |
Dashiell Story was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he struck out nine batters over five innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits (and only one walk). That's the most strikeouts he has posted since back in April of 2025. He was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with two stolen bases, two runs, and one double. Seattle Academy is 2-1 when Story posts two or more runs, but 0-3 otherwise.
In other batting news, Cole Becker was excellent, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with two runs and two RBI. That's the most runs he has posted since back in April of 2025. Lewis Achak also deserves some recognition as he brought in his first RBI of the season.
The victory made it two in a row for Seattle Academy and bumps their season record up to 2-4. Those wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered a grand total of 5 runs in those games. As for Eastside Catholic, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 2-4 record this season.
We've got plenty of inter-district action coming up soon. Seattle Academy will face off against rival Garfield at 3:45 p.m. on Monday. Meanwhile, Eastside Catholic is set to square off against their familiar foe Lakeside at 7:00 p.m. on Monday.
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