Thursday just wasn't the day for Gospel Light Christian's offense. They wound up on the wrong side of a rough 14-0 walloping at the hands of the Salem Baptist Christian Vikings on Thursday. Gospel Light Christian just can't catch a break and has now endured four losses in a row.
For Salem Baptist Christian's part, Gabe McMurray and Brandon Lloyd made a big impact while hitting and pitching. Throwing, McMurray tossed an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, Lloyd struck out six batters over 2.2 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). At the plate, McMurray got on base in three of his four plate appearances with two stolen bases and an RBI, while Lloyd went 2-for-3 with a triple and a run.
In other batting news, Sam Hedrick was incredible, going 2-for-3 with three runs, three RBI, and a triple. Reece Pleasant was another key contributor, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
Gospel Light Christian's defeat dropped their record down to 3-7. As for Salem Baptist Christian, the win got them back to even at 5-5.
Gospel Light Christian will be playing at home against Liberty Preparatory Christian at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. Liberty Preparatory Christian is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 6.5 runs per game this season. As for Salem Baptist Christian, they will head out on the road to square off against Burlington Christian Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Burlington Christian Academy will roll in looking for their 11th straight victory, something Salem Baptist Christian surely won't give up without a fight.
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