Hernando Christian Academy had lost seven straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Thursday they dropped their record down to 1-13 to make it eight. They came up short against the First Academy Eagles, falling 16-1. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Eagles this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 23-3 back in March.
As for First Academy, they have been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six games. That's provided a nice bump to their 10-8 record this season. Those wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 14.2 runs over those games.
For First Academy's part, Alivia Collins made a splash no matter where she played. She pitched three innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits. Collins was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with two runs and one RBI.
In other batting news, First Academy got a massive performance out of Hayleigh Collop, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with one home run, three runs, and one triple. That home run marked the first that Collop has launched this season. Ashlyn Neiford was another key player, going a perfect 3-for-3 with two runs, one triple, and one stolen base.
Coming up, Hernando Christian Academy will head out to square off against Bishop McLaughlin Catholic at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Lions' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Hurricanes have averaged an impressive 8.7 runs per game this season. As for First Academy, they will welcome Crescent City at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. The Eagles' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Raiders have averaged an impressive 9.7 runs per game this season.
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