Baseball Recap: Norfolk Christian Triumphs

After having lost a blowout in their previous game against Nansemond-Suffolk Academy, Norfolk Christian was happy to have turned things around on Thursday. They walked away with an 8-5 win over the Christchurch School Seahorses. That's more bragging rights for the Ambassadors, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.

Jackson Parker

Earned Runs

03/12/26 @ Coastal Christian	3
03/25/26 @ Arcadia	1
03/18/26 @ Nandua	1

Jackson Parker and Sawyer Fentress made a big impact no matter where they played. On the mound, Parker didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only two hits over 4.1 innings pitched. Meanwhile, Fentress struck out six batters over 2.2 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and only one walk). Parker also tossed no earned runs, which is notable because Norfolk Christian is undefeated when he allows at most one earned run, but 3-4 otherwise. At the plate, Parker went 2-for-3 with three RBI and one double, while Fentress got on base in two of his four plate appearances with one stolen base and one run.

In other batting news, Jackson Nofplot was excellent, going 1-for-3 with two runs, one triple, and one stolen base. That triple was his first of the season. Jonathan Newton was another key player, going 1-for-3 with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.

Norfolk Christian hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. The team's really been improving in that area: they've now improved their strikeout total in three consecutive matchups.

Norfolk Christian's record is now 7-4. As for Christchurch School, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 6-6 record this season.

Norfolk Christian will be playing in front of their home fans against TEACH Homeschool at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Christchurch School, they will head out to square off against Grace Christian School at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. The Kings have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 8.64 runs per game on average), something the Seahorses will no doubt try to take advantage of.