Atmore Christian is 0-5 against Snook Christian Academy since March of 2021 but things could change on Thursday. The Atmore Christian Rams will face off against the Snook Christian Academy Eagles at 4:30 p.m. Atmore Christian has given up an average of 12.9 runs per game this season, so hopefully the team got some pitching drills in this week.
Atmore Christian is headed into Thursday's match looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their third straight game on Tuesday. They lost 16-8 to Santa Rosa Christian.
Kendall Harper was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring two runs and stealing Three bases. while going 1-for-2. She also put up a home run, which was her first of the season. Another player making a difference was Jenna Kennell, who scored a run and stole Three bases. while going 2-for-2.
Meanwhile, winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Snook Christian Academy). They blew past Escambia Academy 27-6 on Tuesday. With that victory, the Eagles brought their scoring average up to 6.6 runs per game.
Snook Christian Academy got a massive performance out of Lilly Lovin, who went 3-for-4 with one home run, three runs, and four RBI. Lovin continues to improve, besting her previous point total in each of the last three games she's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Alyssa Hayes, who scored four runs and stole a base while going 4-for-4.
Snook Christian Academy kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 16 hits. That's the most hits they've posted since back in April of 2024.
Snook Christian Academy's win was their fifth straight on the road dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 3-8. Those victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 2.8 runs on average over those games. As for Atmore Christian, their loss dropped their record down to 2-7.
Thursday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Atmore Christian has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .542. However, it's not like Snook Christian Academy struggles in that department as they've averaged .482. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Atmore Christian might still be hurting after the 14-2 defeat they got from Snook Christian Academy when the teams last played back in February. Can Atmore Christian avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
