Forge Christian is 8-2 against Peak to Peak since April of 2018, and they'll have a chance to extend that success on Saturday. The Forge Christian Fury will play host again on Saturday to welcome the Peak to Peak Pumas, where first pitch is scheduled at 2:00 p.m. The pair have allowed few runs on average, (Forge Christian: 2.9, Peak to Peak: 3.8) so any runs scored will be well earned.
Last Tuesday, it was close, but Forge Christian sidestepped Jefferson Academy for a 6-4 win.
Sullivan Strange was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he pitched an inning while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Strange was also big at the plate, scoring a run while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Garren Gechter, who went 2-for-2 with a home run. Another player making a difference was Easton Wilde, who scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-3.
Meanwhile, Peak to Peak fell victim to Colorado Academy and their airtight pitching crew on Thursday. They fell just short of the Mustangs by a score of 1-0. Peak to Peak has now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Owen Branscum spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered only one earned run on five hits. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in three consecutive pitching appearances.
Forge Christian pushed their record up to 11-2 with that victory, which was their fifth straight at home. As for Peak to Peak, their loss ended a three-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 8-6.
Both the two teams just can't seem to miss. Forge Christian has been making plenty of contact this season, having averaged 9.2 hits per game. However, it's not like Peak to Peak struggles in that department as they've been averaging only 4.1. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Forge Christian took their win against Peak to Peak in their previous matchup back in April of 2023 by a conclusive 10-0. Does Forge Christian have another victory up their sleeve, or will Peak to Peak turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
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