Richmond Christian had to endure a three-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. Everything went their way against the Williamsburg Christian Academy Eagles on Tuesday as the Richmond Christian Warriors made off with a 15-5 victory. With that win, Richmond Christian brought their scoring average up to 7.5 runs per game.
Presley Melton was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he struck out six batters over four innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off four hits. Melton has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive pitching appearances. Melton was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring three runs while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Zach Guillory, who went 4-for-4 with three stolen bases, five RBI, and a triple. Another player making a difference was Bryson Perkins, who went 3-for-4 with three runs, four RBI, and a triple.
Richmond Christian's victory ended a five-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 2-4. As for Williamsburg Christian Academy, they dropped their record down to 1-3 with that loss, which was their sixth straight on the road dating back to last season.
Richmond Christian has the luxury of staying home for another game and will welcome Guardian Christian Academy at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Williamsburg Christian Academy, they will head out on the road to face off against Grove Christian School at 4:00 p.m. on Friday.
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