Wilmington Christian Academy and Union Grove Christian squared off in some playoff action on Thursday, but Wilmington Christian Academy had to settle for second. They lost 12-1 to the Union Grove Christian Patriots. Wilmington Christian Academy has now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
For Union Grove Christian's part, Morgan Donovant was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run and only two hits while striking out seven over five innings pitched. Donovant has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive pitching appearances. Donovant was also big at the plate, going 3-for-3 with a home run, three runs, and four RBI.
In other batting news, Maddy McDaniel was incredible, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-2. Another player making a difference was Isabella Lott, who scored a run and stole two bases while going 1-for-2.
Wilmington Christian Academy's defeat dropped their record down to 2-11. As for Union Grove Christian, the win (which was their sixth in a row) raised their record to 8-9.
Wilmington Christian Academy does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Union Grove Christian, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Bethel Christian Academy at 7:00 p.m. Bethel Christian Academy will roll in looking for their 15th straight victory, something Union Grove Christian surely won't give up without a fight.
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