Preview: Covington Academy Bulldogs vs. Lanier Christian Academy Lightning
After three games on the road, Covington Academy is heading back home. They will take on the Lanier Christian Academy Lightning at 4:30 p.m. on Monday.
Last Thursday, Covington Academy faced Peachtree Academy in a battle between two of the state's top teams. Covington Academy fell victim to a rough 12-0 loss at the hands of Peachtree Academy. That's two games in a row now that Covington Academy has lost by exactly 12 runs.
Covington Academy saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Emily Langbecker, who went 1-for-1 with a stolen base.
Meanwhile, in what's become a running theme this season, Lanier Christian Academy gave their fans yet another huge victory on Thursday. They were the clear victor by a 21-6 margin over Lyndon Academy. Lanier Christian Academy's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Covington Academy dropped their record down to 1-6 with that defeat, which was their fifth straight on the road dating back to last season. As for Lanier Christian Academy, they have been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five matches, which provided a nice bump to their 5-2 record this season.
Covington Academy suffered a grim 13-1 defeat to Lanier Christian Academy in their previous matchup on March 7th. Will Covington 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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