Smith Mountain Lake Christian Academy waltzed into their game on Tuesday with two straight wins... but they left with three. Everything went their way against the Roanoke Valley Christian EAGLES as they made off with a 17-1 victory. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 12-1 back in March.
Peyton Conley
| 04/22/25 @ Roanoke Valley Christian | 13 |
| 04/17/25 @ North Cross | 8 |
| 03/15/25 vs St. John's Catholic Prep | 6 |
| 04/01/25 @ Timberlake Christian | 5 |
| 03/11/25 @ Temple Christian | 4 |
Peyton Conley was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 13 batters over five innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits (and not a single walk). Those 13 strikeouts gave him a new career-high. He was also stellar in the batter's box, going 3-for-4 with three runs, two doubles, and one stolen base. He is becoming a predictor of Smith Mountain Lake Christian Academy's success: when he posts at least two runs the team is undefeated (and 1-6 when he doesn't).
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Brodie Edwards, who went a perfect 4-for-4 with two stolen bases, three runs, and four RBI. He continues to improve, besting his previous run total in each of the last three games he's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Ryan Canipe, who went 3-for-4 with three runs, two RBI, and one double.
Smith Mountain Lake Christian Academy's record now sits at 10-6. As for Roanoke Valley Christian, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost four of their last five contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-8 record this season.
We've got plenty of inter-region action coming up soon. Smith Mountain Lake Christian Academy will take on rival Faith Christian Academy at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. Meanwhile, Roanoke Valley Christian is set to square off against their familiar foe Westover Christian Academy at 4:30 p.m. on Monday.
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