The Wake Christian Academy Bulldogs will challenge the Faith Christian Patriots at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Wake Christian Academy has given up an average of 13.9 runs per game this season, but Tuesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
On Tuesday, Wake Christian Academy earned a 15-11 win over Franklin Academy.
Claire Chandler
| 04/15/25 @ Franklin Academy | 5 |
| 03/05/24 @ Cary Academy | 4 |
| 04/08/25 vs Thales Academy Apex | 3 |
| 03/28/25 vs Thales Academy Rolesville | 3 |
| 03/04/25 vs Cary Academy | 3 |
The team relied heavily on Claire Chandler, who went 5-for-6 with four runs, four RBI, and one double. Those five hits gave her a new career-high. Maddie Daniel was another key player, going 2-for-6 with four RBI, one run, and one double.
They weren't the only ones making solid contact: Wake Christian Academy kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 26 hits. They are a perfect 6-0 when they post 11 or more hits.
Meanwhile, Faith Christian hadn't done well against Wayne Christian recently (they were 0-3 in their previous three matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way last Thursday. The Patriots won by a run and slipped past the Eagles 2-1. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Patriots have posted since April 25, 2024.
Peyton Hagans spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned run on four hits.
On the hitting side, Faith Christian's win was truly a team effort as five different players contributed at least one hit. One of them was Abby Bradley, who went 1-for-3 with one RBI.
Wake Christian Academy's victory ended a four-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 6-6. As for Faith Christian, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 6-8.
Tuesday's contest will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Wake Christian Academy hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .403. However, it's not like Faith Christian struggles in that department as they've averaged .339. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Wake Christian Academy suffered a grim 15-0 defeat to Faith Christian in their previous meeting back in March. Will the Bulldogs have more luck at home instead of on the road? Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other softball content.
