Heritage Christian Academy's game last Thursday was a tough loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Tuesday. Their pitcher stepped up to hand the Hopkinsville Tigers a 27-0 shutout. The high-flying hitting performance was a huge turnaround for Heritage Christian Academy considering their one-run performance the contest before.
Kailyn Johnson was a standout: she scored four runs and stole three bases while getting on base in all five of her plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Gracey Bufford, who scored four runs and stole six bases while getting on base in all five of her plate appearances.
Heritage Christian Academy now has a winning record of 2-1. As for Hopkinsville, they are on a nine-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-3.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Heritage Christian Academy will take on University Heights at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Hopkinsville, they will play host again on Thursday to welcome Fort Campbell, where first pitch is scheduled at 6:00 p.m.
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