Lafayette Christian has relied on a stalwart pitchers averaging 3.47 runs allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Monday. They lost 15-0 to the Troup County Tigers. Having soared to a lofty 16 runs in the game before, the Cougars' shutout was a dramatic turnaround.
Lafayette Christian saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Josiah Hughes, who went 1-for-2 with one stolen base.
Lafayette Christian has also traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 15-4 record this season. As for Troup County, the win was the 15th in a row for them, bringing their record up to 21-6.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Lafayette Christian will take on Creekside Christian Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Lafayette Christian's pitchers better be ready for this one: Creekside Christian Academy has averaged an impressive 8.5 runs per game this season. As for Troup County, they will face off against Whitewater at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Wildcats' pitching crew has only allowed 4.1 runs per game this season, so the Tigers' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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