Preview: Hilton Head Christian Academy Eagles vs. John Paul II Golden Warrriors
The Hilton Head Christian Academy Eagles will be playing at home against the John Paul II Golden Warrriors at 6:30 p.m. on Monday. Hilton Head Christian Academy is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 9.2 runs per game this season.
Last Wednesday, Hilton Head Christian Academy faced Hilton Head Prep in a battle between two of the state's top teams. Hilton Head Christian Academy blew past Hilton Head Prep 11-2. Hilton Head Christian Academy might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team's won five matchups by nine runs or more this season.
Hilton Head Christian Academy got a massive performance out of Keene Reese, who got on base in all four of his plate appearances with two runs, a triple, and an RBI. Another player making a difference was Roman Collela, who scored a run while going 2-for-5.
John Paul II won a close one the last time they played, but unfortunately they suffered a serious change of fortune on Tuesday. They fell victim to a rough 15-2 defeat at the hands of Northwood Academy.
John Paul II saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Garrett Heathcott, who went 1-for-3 with two RBI.
Hilton Head Christian Academy's win was their fourth straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 10-2. Those good results were due in large part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 13.5 runs per game. As for John Paul II, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-4 record this season.
Monday's contest will be a test for both team's pitchers. Hilton Head Christian Academy hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .347. However, it's not like John Paul II struggles in that department as they've averaged .358. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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