Baseball Preview: Jacksonville Christian Academy Conquerors vs. New Bern Christian Academy
Jacksonville Christian Academy has been on the road for two straight, but on Tuesday they'll finally head home. They will take on New Bern Christian Academy at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
Last Monday, Jacksonville Christian Academy fell victim to a tough 28-1 loss at the hands of New Bern Christian Academy.
For New Bern Christian Academy's part, Brittain Register made a splash no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Register was even better at the plate, scoring three runs and stealing a base while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Holden Popperwill, who went 3-for-4 with three stolen bases, four runs, and four RBI. Popperwill is crushing it when it comes to stolen bases: he's stolen at least one every time he's taken the field this season. Seth Nobles was another key contributor, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 3-for-4.
Jacksonville Christian Academy's defeat dropped their record down to 0-2. As for New Bern Christian Academy, the win (which was their eighth in a row) raised their record to 8-1.
Jacksonville Christian Academy might still be hurting after the 28-1 loss they got from New Bern Christian Academy when the teams last played last Monday. Will Jacksonville Christian Academy have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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