Baseball Recap: Liberty Christian Academy wins going away against Columbus Torah Academy

By Team Reports Apr 2, 2024, 7:00am

Baseball Recap: Liberty Christian Academy Eagles vs. Columbus Torah Academy Lions

Liberty Christian Academy's game last Monday was a tough loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Thursday. They were the clear victor by a 17-3 margin over the Columbus Torah Academy Lions. That's more bragging rights for Liberty Christian Academy, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.

Evan Dupler and Luke Mollohan made a splash no matter where they played. On the mound, Dupler pitched two innings while giving up no earned run off one hit (he also didn't allow any walks). Meanwhile, Mollohan tossed two innings while giving up no earned run or hits. At the plate, Dupler scored a run and stole two bases while going 1-for-3, while Mollohan got on base in all four of his plate appearances with four runs, four RBI, and a stolen base.

In other batting news, Liberty Christian Academy let Mason Kamppi and Aiden Geiger loose on the outfield. Kamppi scored three runs and stole a base while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances, while Geiger went 2-for-4 with four RBI, a run, and a double. James Rainier was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances.

The victory got Liberty Christian Academy back to even at 1-1. As for Columbus Torah Academy, they are on a seven-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-2.

Liberty Christian Academy will have some time to savor their win since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Delaware Christian at 5:30 p.m. on April 9th. As for Columbus Torah Academy, they will get a bit of extra time to process the loss as their next game is a ways off. They'll take on Liberty Christian Academy at 5:30 p.m. on May 7th.

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