Baseball Recap: Salem Baptist Christian Vikings vs. Caldwell Academy
Salem Baptist Christian lost against Caldwell Academy back in May of 2023, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Monday. The Salem Baptist Christian Vikings fell 11-6 to Caldwell Academy.
Avery Smith made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored a run and stole two bases while going 1-for-3. The team also got some help courtesy of Montgomery Young, who went 2-for-4 with two RBI and a double.
On Caldwell Academy's side, Jack Pearman tossed a big game, pitching six innings while giving up just two earned (and four unearned) runs off eight hits.
At the plate, Neal Swindell was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 4-for-5. Another player making a difference was Kent Moles, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-3.
Salem Baptist Christian has been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 6-8 record this season. As for Caldwell Academy, their victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 5-17.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Salem Baptist Christian will take on Gospel Light Christian at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Caldwell Academy, they will head out on the road to square off against Westchester Country Day at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Caldwell Academy will be hoping to continue their four-game streak of scoring more runs each matchup than the last.
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