Holly Grove Christian took a ten-run loss the last time they faced off against Greenwood Mennonite, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Eagles had just enough and edged out the Flames 3-2. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Eagles have posted against the Flames since April 30, 2018.
Nathan Hamilton was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he didn't allow a single earned run over seven innings pitched. He also tossed no earned runs, which is notable because Holly Grove Christian is 3-1 when he allows at most two earned runs, but 0-3 otherwise. Hamilton was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with one home run, three RBI, and one double. That home run was his first of the season.
Hamilton wasn't the only one making solid contact as two players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Alex Forbush, who scored a run while going 1-for-3.
Holly Grove Christian's record now sits at 3-4. As for Greenwood Mennonite, the defeat snapped their winning streak at three games and leaves them with a 4-4 record.
Holly Grove Christian will get to enjoy the win for a while: their next game is against Chincoteague at 4:00 p.m. on the 23rd. As for Greenwood Mennonite, they will host Chestertown Christian Academy at 4:00 p.m. on Monday.
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