Baseball Game Recap: Ridgeview Christian Takes a Loss

By Team Reports May 1, 2024, 12:29pm

Baseball Recap: Ridgeview Christian Crusaders vs. Temple Christian Crusaders

Ridgeview Christian lost against Temple Christian back in May of 2023, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Monday. The Ridgeview Christian Crusaders lost 17-6 to the Temple Christian Crusaders. Ridgeview Christian has now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.

For Temple Christian's part, Silas Walker was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 14 batters over seven innings while giving up three earned (and three unearned) runs off six hits (and only one walk). Walker has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive pitching appearances. Walker was also stellar in the batter's box, going 4-for-5 with four stolen bases, six RBI, and four runs.

In other batting news, Temple Christian got a massive performance out of Luke Gifford, who scored two runs and stole two bases while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Blake Cash, who scored four runs and stole a base while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances.

Ridgeview Christian's defeat dropped their record down to 4-4. As for Temple Christian, the victory got them back to even at 6-6.

Ridgeview Christian will be playing in front of their home fans against United Christian Academy at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Ridgeview Christian is facing United Christian Academy at the right time seeing as United Christian Academy is stuck on a five-game losing streak. As for Temple Christian, they will be staying on the road on Friday to face off against Roanoke Valley Christian at 4:30 p.m. Roanoke Valley Christian is coming into the match with four straight wins at home, so Temple Christian will have to stop a team with plenty of momentum.

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