Liberty Preparatory Christian scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Monday. They put the hurt on the Statesville Christian Lions with a sharp 22-2 win. That's more bragging rights for Liberty Preparatory Christian, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Casey Hahne and Keegan Spach were a major factor no matter where they played. On the mound, Hahne tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (he also only allowed one walk). Meanwhile, Spach pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (he also only allowed one walk). Hahne has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two hits in three consecutive pitching appearances. At the plate, Hahne scored three runs and stole a base while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances, while Spach went 4-for-4 with two stolen bases, five RBI, and three runs.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Owen Russ, who went 3-for-3 with a home run, four runs, and four RBI. Another player making a difference was Everette Small, who went 2-for-3 with four RBI, two runs, and a double.
On Statesville Christian's side, Jeremy Todd was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-2.
Liberty Preparatory Christian's victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 2-5. As for Statesville Christian, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 3-3.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Liberty Preparatory Christian is on the road again on Friday to play Gospel Light Christian at 5:00 p.m. As for Statesville Christian, they will take on Carolina Day at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Carolina Day is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 6.2 runs per game this season.
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