Hilltop Christian is on a six-game streak of home losses (dating back to last season), Liberty Christian a 12-game streak of away losses (dating back to last season), but someone's luck is about to change. The Hilltop Christian Chargers will take on the Liberty Christian Patriots at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Having both just faced considerable losses, both teams are looking to turn things around.
Hilltop Christian lost 15-2 to Wilson Christian Academy on Friday.
Hilltop Christian saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Jacob Smith, who scored a run while going 2-for-3.
Meanwhile, Liberty Christian scored the most runs they've had all season on Thursday, but it wasn't enough. They lost 16-6 to Chatham HomeSchool.
Jorge Briales made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs and stole three bases while getting on base in two of his three plate appearances. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now stolen at least one in the last five games he's played. Khai James was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances.
Hilltop Christian's loss dropped their record down to 1-7. As for Liberty Christian, their defeat dropped their record down to 0-9.
The pitchers for both teams better look sharp on Tuesday as neither team is afraid to steal. Hilltop Christian has been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 4.1 stolen bases per game. However, it's not like Liberty Christian struggles in that department as they've been averaging 4.6. The only question left is which team can snag more.
Hilltop Christian took their win against Liberty Christian in their previous meeting on April 2nd by a conclusive 21-3. Does Hilltop Christian have another victory up their sleeve, or will Liberty Christian turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
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