Softball Recap: Spirit of Life Christian Academy Gets the Win

Spirit of Life Christian Academy's game last Thursday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Thursday. They were the clear victors by a 23-4 margin over the Antioch Christian Academy Gators. The high-scoring performance was a welcome turnaround for the Eagles' hitters, who had struggled in the games prior.

Haylee Dudley made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she pitched three innings while giving up just one earned (and three unearned) runs off two hits. Dudley was even better at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-4.

In other batting news, Spirit of Life Christian Academy let Bailey Parker and Kyleigh Eason run wild. Parker scored four runs and stole six bases while going 4-for-4, while Eason scored three runs and stole three bases while going 3-for-4. Those four hits gave Parker a new career-high. Sawyer Bradshaw was another key player, scoring two runs while getting on base in three of her six plate appearances.

Spirit of Life Christian Academy's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-2. As for Antioch Christian Academy, they are on a six-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-2.

Coincidentally, Spirit of Life Christian Academy and Antioch Christian Academy will both be playing Mintz Christian Academy the next time they take the field. Spirit of Life Christian Academy will head out to face Mintz Christian Academy at 4:00 p.m. on Monday, while Antioch Christian Academy will head out to face them at 4:00 p.m. on April 17.