The Wake Christian Academy Bulldogs will head out to take on the High Point Christian Academy Cougars at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. Wake Christian Academy has given up an average of 13.1 runs per game this season, but Friday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Wake Christian Academy came into their game on Tuesday off a hard-fought close win, but unfortunately suffered a serious change of fortune. They lost 12-5 to East Wake Academy.
Claire Chandler made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-4 with one home run, three RBI, and two runs. Addisyn Loy also deserves some recognition as she got her first hit of the season.
Meanwhile, High Point Christian Academy faced Cape Fear Christian Academy in a battle between two of the state's top teams on Thursday. The Cougars had just enough and edged out the Eagles 7-6.
Paisley Dixon spent all eight innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered six earned runs on nine hits and racked up nine Ks.
On the hitting side, High Point Christian Academy let Blakely Bowman and Landyn Smith run wild. Bowman went 1-for-3 with three stolen bases and two runs, while Smith went 1-for-3 with two runs, one triple, and one RBI. Hailey Allred was another key player, going 3-for-4 with one run, one double, and one RBI.
High Point Christian Academy's win was their 19th straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 13-4. Those home victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 2.1 runs on average over those games. As for Wake Christian Academy, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 7-9 record this season.
Friday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Wake Christian Academy has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .473. However, it's not like High Point Christian Academy struggles in that department as they've averaged .453. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Wake Christian Academy suffered a grim 10-0 defeat to High Point Christian Academy in their previous meeting back in May of 2024. Can the Bulldogs avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
