Open Bible Christian only won by two when they last took the field, which might have inspired the six-point they dealt First Christian on Monday. Everything went Open Bible Christian's way against the First Christian Lions as Open Bible Christian made off with a 14-8 win. That looming 14-8 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for Open Bible Christian yet this season.
Jason Bethel made a big impact no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits (and not a single walk). Bethel has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two hits in three consecutive pitching appearances. Bethel was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring four runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, Open Bible Christian got a big performance out of Myron Bethel, who scored two runs and stole two bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. Campbell Avant was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 2-for-4.
Open Bible Christian's victory bumped their record up to 3-1. As for First Christian, their defeat ended a five-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 1-1.
Coincidentally, the two teams will both be playing Brunswick Christian Academy the next time they take the field. Open Bible Christian will host Brunswick Christian Academy at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, while First Christian will host them at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
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