Pungo Christian Academy is 8-2 against Lawrence Academy since May of 2019, and they'll have a chance to extend that success on Thursday. The Pungo Christian Academy Raiders will be staying on the road to face off against the Lawrence Academy Warriors at 6:00 p.m. Both squads will be entering this one on the heels of a big victory.
Pungo Christian Academy will roll into the match after a wild two-game stretch: they only put up two runs last Tuesday, then bounced right back against Northeast Academy on Friday. Everything went Pungo Christian Academy's way against Northeast Academy as Pungo Christian Academy made off with a 20-1 win. That 19 run margin sets a new team best for Pungo Christian Academy this season.
Pungo Christian Academy let EllaKate Hanna and Joelie Pair loose on the outfield. Hanna went 2-for-4 with three runs, three RBI, and a triple, while Pair scored a run and stole a base while getting on base in all five of her plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Savannah Pence, who scored two runs while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances.
Meanwhile, Lawrence Academy got themselves on the board against Ridgecroft on Tuesday, but Ridgecroft never followed suit. They were the clear victor by a 13-0 margin over the Rams. The victory made it back-to-back wins for Lawrence Academy.
Clair Ferebee was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she kept things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out 12 over five innings pitched. Ferebee was also big at the plate, going 1-for-4 with two RBI and a double.
In other batting news, Samantha Hughson was incredible, going 2-for-3 with a home run, four RBI, and two runs. Megan Stotesberry was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-4.
Pungo Christian Academy's victory bumped their record up to 11-1. As for Lawrence Academy, they have been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four contests, which provided a nice bump to their 11-8 record this season.
Pungo Christian Academy took their win against Lawrence Academy in their previous meeting back in May of 2023 by a conclusive 11-2. The rematch might be a little tougher for Pungo Christian Academy since the team won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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