It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Trinity Christian Academy had no problem doing just that on Monday. They were the clear victor by a 17-2 margin over the Legacy Charter Eagles. The result was nothing new for Trinity Christian Academy, who have now won nine contests by seven runs or more so far this season.
Nicole McDermott made a splash while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over four innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off one hit. McDermott has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive pitching appearances. McDermott was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, Charleigh Morasse was incredible, going 3-for-3 with three runs, four RBI, and two doubles. Elimar Rosado was another key contributor, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-2.
The victory (which was Trinity Christian Academy's third in a row) raised their record to 10-8. As for Legacy Charter, their loss was their fourth straight on the road, which dropped their record down to 6-11.
Trinity Christian Academy will square off against Altamonte Christian at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Trinity Christian Academy will be hoping to continue their three-game streak of scoring more runs each game than the last. Legacy Charter does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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