Trinity Christian Academy had already won nine in a row (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 6.8 runs), and they went ahead and made it ten on Thursday. They narrowly escaped with a victory as the team sidled past the Clay Blue Devils 2-1. That result was just more of the same for these two, as Trinity Christian Academy also won the last time the pair played back in March of 2023.
Braden Hansen looked comfortable as he pitched an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits (he also only allowed one walk). He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive pitching appearances.
On Clay's side, they saw one different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Merrick Rapoza, who went 1-for-3 with an RBI.
Trinity Christian Academy pushed their record up to 10-1 with that win, which was their fourth straight at home. As for Clay, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost four of their last five games, which put a noticeable dent in their 6-4 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Trinity Christian Academy will take on Lowndes at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Clay, they will be playing at home against Ridgeview at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The last three games Clay has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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