Hickory Grove Christian came tearing into Friday's matchup with three straight wins (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 6.3 runs) and they left with even more momentum. They skirted past the Cannon Cougars 4-3. This was payback for Hickory Grove Christian, who suffered a 7-3 loss the last time these two teams met.
Landon Boyd made a big impact no matter where he played. He struck out nine batters over five innings while giving up just one earned (and two unearned) runs off three hits (and only one walk). Boyd has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive pitching appearances. Boyd was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in all three of his plate appearances with a double and an RBI.
Boyd wasn't the only one making solid contact as five players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Davis Cabbage, who scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-3.
On Cannon's side, Avi Pandey spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered three earned (and one unearned) runs on six hits.
Hickory Grove Christian has been performing well recently as they've won six of their last eight contests, which provided a nice bump to their 14-6 record this season. As for Cannon, they have been struggling recently as they've lost six of their last seven matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-13 record this season.
Hickory Grove Christian will head out on the road to square off against Charlotte Christian at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday. Hickory Grove Christian is looking to tack on another W to their three-game streak on the road. As for Cannon, they will be playing at home against Charlotte Country Day School at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. The last three games Cannon has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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