Upper Bucks Christian hasn't had much luck against Plumstead Christian recently, but that could start to change on Monday. Upper Bucks Christian will be playing in front of their home fans against Plumstead Christian at 4:00 p.m. Upper Bucks Christian has given up an average of 12.9 runs per game this season, but Monday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Upper Bucks Christian came up short against Valley Forge Baptist Academy on Monday, falling 11-3.
Meanwhile, Plumstead Christian made easy work of The Christian Academy on Friday and carried off a 15-1 victory. Plumstead Christian might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won eight matchups by six runs or more this season.
Declan Glass was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and allowing only one hit while striking out 14 over six innings pitched. He has been consistent: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in seven consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going 3-for-4 with two stolen bases, three RBI, and two runs. That's the most hits he has posted since back in March.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Asher Franklin, who got on base in all four of his plate appearances with three stolen bases, four runs, and three RBI. Those three stolen bases gave him a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Chase Blattner, who went 1-for-4 with three RBI, one stolen base, and one run.
Plumstead Christian kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as The Christian Academy only managed one hit.
Plumstead Christian has been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 8-4 record this season. Those wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 11.8 runs over those games. As for Upper Bucks Christian, their defeat dropped their record down to 1-6.
Upper Bucks Christian suffered a grim 19-4 defeat to Plumstead Christian in their previous meeting back in March. Will Upper Bucks Christian have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other baseball content.
