Softball Game Preview: Liberty Christian Lions vs. Traders Point Christian Knights

The Liberty Christian Lions are taking a road trip to challenge the Traders Point Christian Knights at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Keep an eye on the score for this one: the two teams posted some lofty run totals in their previous games.

Liberty Christian will bounce into Tuesday's match after beating Randolph Southern, who they had gone 0-4 against in their four prior meetings. The Lions put the hurt on the Rebels with a sharp 16-10 win on Friday. The victory made it back-to-back wins for the Lions.

Anna Chappell

Runs Batted In (Career)

05/02/25 @ Randolph Southern	6
04/11/25 vs Indianapolis Cardinal Ritter	4
05/06/24 @ Muncie Central	2
05/02/24 vs Horizon Christian	2
05/01/25 @ Indianapolis Shortridge	1

The team relied heavily on Anna Chappell, who went 3-for-5 with six RBI, three runs, and three doubles. Those six RBI gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Claire Callahan, who got on base in three of her six plate appearances with three stolen bases and three runs.

Liberty Christian always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .587. They are 3-1 when they post an OBP of .513 or better.

Meanwhile, Traders Point Christian got the win against Greenwood Christian Academy on Thursday by a conclusive 15-8. The result was nothing new for the Knights, who have now won four games by seven runs or more so far this season.

Hailey Roberts was excellent, going 3-for-5 with three runs and one RBI. Sophie Armstrong was another key player, going 1-for-3 with two stolen bases and three RBI.

Liberty Christian's record is now 4-7. As for Traders Point Christian, they now have a winning record of 4-3.

Tuesday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Liberty Christian has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .460. However, it's not like Traders Point Christian struggles in that department as they've averaged .635. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.

Liberty Christian might still be hurting after the 19-9 loss they got from Traders Point Christian when the teams last played back in April of 2023. Can the Lions avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.