It may have taken eight innings to finish the job, but Grace Christian ultimately got the result they hoped for on Tuesday. They skirted past the Uwharrie Charter Academy Eagles 6-4.
Jaxon Wade looked comfortable as he tossed 3.1 innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. What's more, he posted three strikeouts, the most he's had since back in March.
Nolan Harper
| 04/15/25 @ Uwharrie Charter Academy | 3 |
| 03/04/25 vs Fayetteville Christian | 2 |
| 04/26/24 @ Wayne Country Day | 2 |
| 04/15/25 @ First Colonial | 1 |
| 03/06/25 vs Wilmington Christian Academy | 1 |
At the plate, Jimmy Alfonsin and Nolan Harper did most of the damage at the plate: Alfonsin went 1-for-3 with two runs, one triple, and one RBI, while Harper scored two runs while going 3-for-3. Those three hits gave Harper a new career-high.
Grace Christian's win bumped their record up to 14-5. As for Uwharrie Charter Academy, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 8-9 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Grace Christian will welcome Rocky Mount Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Eagles' pitching crew has only allowed four runs per game this season, so the Crusaders' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Uwharrie Charter Academy, they will be taking part in a tournament against Laney at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday. The Buccaneers will roll in looking for their 11th straight victory, something the Eagles surely won't give up without a fight.
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