Evangelical Christian scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Thursday. They put the hurt on the First Baptist Academy Lions with a sharp 14-4 victory. The result was nothing new for Evangelical Christian, who have now won eight contests by six runs or more so far this season.
Kyle Klaric-Schell was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he struck out seven batters over three innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off two hits (and only one walk). Klaric-Schell has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two hits in four consecutive pitching appearances. Klaric-Schell was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with three RBI.
In other batting news, Garrett Jones and Hogan Gibbs did most of the damage at the plate: Jones went 2-for-3 with four RBI, a triple, and a run, while Gibbs scored two runs and stole two bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Slater Smith, who scored three runs and stole a base while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
On First Baptist Academy's side, Tyler Wells was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring two runs while going 2-for-2.
The win was the fifth in a row for Evangelical Christian, bringing their record for this year to 14-7. Those victories were due in large part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 10.4 runs per game. As for First Baptist Academy, they have been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six games, which put a noticeable dent in their 6-10 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Evangelical Christian will take on Aubrey Rogers at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. As for First Baptist Academy, they will be playing at home against Seacrest Country Day at 4:30 p.m. on Monday.
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