NorthPoint Christian Academy can now show off six landslide victories after their most recent contest on Wednesday. They were the clear victor by a 24-4 margin over the Jackson Day Mariners. NorthPoint Christian Academy's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
John Dunlap and Talan Pollack made a splash no matter where they played. Throwing, Dunlap struck out nine batters over four innings while giving up just one earned (and three unearned) runs off three hits (and only one walk). Meanwhile, Pollack tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Dunlap has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive pitching appearances. At the plate, Dunlap scored two runs while getting on base in two of his four plate appearances, while Pollack got on base in four of his six plate appearances with three stolen bases, three runs, and four RBI.
In other batting news, Micah Enriquez was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing three bases while getting on base in four of his six plate appearances. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now stolen at least one in the last four games he's played. Andrew Badolato was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing four bases while going 2-for-2.
On Jackson Day's side, Matthew Parson made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs and stole six bases while going 2-for-3. Another player making a difference was Elijah Reames, who went 2-for-3 with four stolen bases and a triple.
The victory was the sixth in a row for NorthPoint Christian Academy, bringing their record for this year to 8-5. As for Jackson Day, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost five of their last six matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 5-9-1 record this season.
Coincidentally, the two teams will both be playing Liberty Preparatory Christian the next time they take the field. Jackson Day will host Liberty Preparatory Christian at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, while NorthPoint Christian Academy will host them at 6:30 p.m. on Friday.
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