The Bethel Christian Academy Crusaders will venture away from home to face off against the Asheville T Trailblazers at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Bethel Christian Academy has given up an average of 7.8 runs per game this season, but Thursday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Bethel Christian Academy's last matchup with Varsity Opponent could've gone either way, but unfortunately the same can't be said for the pair's matchup on Tuesday. Bethel Christian Academy came up short against Varsity Opponent, falling 16-1. The loss continues a trend for the Crusaders in their meetings with Varsity Opponent: they've now lost six in a row.
Meanwhile, winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Asheville T). Everything went their way against Asheville School (Independent) on Tuesday as Asheville T made off with an 18-4 win. The Trailblazers might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won four contests by ten runs or more this season.
Jack Kinavy-Roesberry made a big impact no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Kinavy-Roesberry was even better at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 3-for-5. He has become a key player for Asheville T: the team is undefeated when he posts at least two runs, but 0-6 otherwise.
In other batting news, Gage Flowers was a standout: he scored three runs and stole four bases while going 2-for-4. The team also got some help courtesy of Corin Davis, who scored two runs and stole four bases while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances.
Asheville T kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now got at least 11 hits in three consecutive games.
Asheville T's record is now 4-6. As for Bethel Christian Academy, their defeat dropped their record down to 3-2.
Thursday's match might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Bethel Christian Academy has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .463. However, it's not like Asheville T struggles in that department as they've averaged .465. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Bethel Christian Academy suffered a grim 16-3 defeat to Asheville T in their previous matchup back in March of 2024. Can Bethel Christian Academy avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
