Salem Baptist Christian put the finishing touches on their fifth blowout victory of the season on Thursday. They never let Gospel Light Christian onto the board and left with a 14-0 victory. While fans of Salem Baptist Christian might be used to big wins, the 14-run margin marked the team's biggest one yet.
Gabe McMurray and Brandon Lloyd were a major factor no matter where they played. On the mound, McMurray pitched an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, Lloyd struck out six batters over 2.2 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). At bat, McMurray got on base in three of his four plate appearances with two stolen bases and an RBI, while Lloyd went 2-for-3 with a triple and a run.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Sam Hedrick, who went 2-for-3 with three runs, three RBI, and a triple. The team also got some help courtesy of Reece Pleasant, who scored three runs and stole a base while going 1-for-3.
The win got Salem Baptist Christian back to even at 5-5. As for Gospel Light Christian, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 3-7.
Salem Baptist Christian will head out on the road to face off against Burlington Christian Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Burlington Christian Academy will roll in looking for their 11th straight victory, something Salem Baptist Christian surely won't give up without a fight. As for Gospel Light Christian, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Liberty Preparatory Christian at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. Liberty Preparatory Christian is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 6.5 runs per game this season.
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