The Hernando Christian Academy Lions will face off against the Grace Christian Patriots at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. Hernando Christian Academy is looking for their season's first win.
Hernando Christian Academy came up short against Real Life Christian Academy last Thursday, falling 18-3. That's two games in a row now that the Lions have lost by exactly 15 runs.
Meanwhile, Grace Christian hadn't done well against Foundation Christian Academy recently (they were 1-8 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Thursday. The Patriots came out on top in a nail-biter against the Panthers, sneaking past 7-6. The victory was a breath of fresh air for the Patriots as it put an end to their three-game losing streak.
Kyler Rickenbach was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two hits in three consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, scoring a run while going 2-for-4.
Rickenbach wasn't the only one making solid contact as two players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Ian Johns, who scored a run while going 1-for-3.
Grace Christian's win bumped their record up to 8-6. As for Hernando Christian Academy, their loss dropped their record down to 0-4.
Hernando Christian Academy might still be hurting after the 15-0 defeat they got from Grace Christian in their previous meeting back in February. Will the Lions have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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