New Manna Christian extended their postseason success on Thursday against New Life Christian Academy. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 4-2 win over the New Life Christian Academy Warriors. New Manna Christian's victory was nothing new given the team hasn't lost yet this season.
For New Life Christian Academy's part, Clayton Hedgepeth was huge while hitting and pitching even without the win. On the mound, he struck out seven batters over three innings while giving up just two earned runs off two hits (and only one walk). Hedgepeth was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing two bases. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now stolen at least one in the last 12 games he's played.
Hedgepeth wasn't the only one making solid contact as four players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Cameron Parker, who scored a run and stole two bases while going 1-for-3. Parker has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in four consecutive pitching appearances.
New Manna Christian's win bumped their record up to 10-0. As for New Life Christian Academy, their loss dropped their record down to 11-6.
New Manna Christian will challenge Oak Level Baptist Academy at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. Oak Level Baptist Academy is coming into the match with six straight victories on the road, so New Manna Christian will have to stop a squad with plenty of momentum. New Life Christian Academy does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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