Softball Recap: Robert Toombs Christian Academy Falls to Edmund Burke Academy in First Game of Season

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Robert Toombs Christian Academy couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They fell just short of the Edmund Burke Academy Spartans by a score of 9-7 on Thursday. The loss continues a trend for the Crusaders in their matchups with the Spartans: they've now lost four in a row.

Railee Thomas was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring a run while getting on base in three of her five plate appearances.

Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Robert Toombs Christian Academy will have a little extra prep time after the defeat as they won't be playing again for a while. They'll take on Vidalia Heritage Academy at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Edmund Burke Academy, they will head out to face off against David Emanuel Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday.

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