Snook Christian Academy is 0-9 against Lighthouse Private Christian Academy since March of 2021 but things could change on Tuesday. The Eagles are taking a road trip to take on the Stingrays at 6:00 p.m. Snook Christian Academy will be strutting in after a victory while Lighthouse Private Christian Academy will be coming in after a defeat.
While Snook Christian Academy's win against Aletheia Christian Academy wasn't quite the blowout it was the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. The Eagles won by a run and slipped past the Lions 7-6. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Eagles have posted since March 7th.
| 03/10/25 vs Escambia Academy | 3 |
| 03/18/25 vs Jackson Academy | 2 |
| 04/03/25 vs Aletheia Christian Academy | 1 |
| 03/25/25 vs Sparta Academy | 1 |
| 03/07/25 @ Monroe Academy | 1 |
| + 2 more games |
Ethan Bettner made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching 4.1 innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off two hits. He also tossed a walk, which is notable because Snook Christian Academy is 5-1 when he allows at most one walk, but 6-7 otherwise. Bettner was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-4.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Logan Rubel, who went 1-for-3 with one home run and two RBI. Another player making a difference was Ethan Parker, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-3.
Meanwhile, Saturday just wasn't the day for Lighthouse Private Christian Academy's offense. They lost 10-0 to Cambridge Christian on Saturday. The Stingrays' loss signaled the end of their seven-game winning streak.
Lighthouse Private Christian Academy's defeat dropped their record down to 14-6. As for Snook Christian Academy, they have been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five matches. That's provided a nice bump to their 11-8 record this season.
Tuesday's contest will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Snook Christian Academy hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .320. However, it's not like Lighthouse Private Christian Academy struggles in that department as they've averaged .322. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Snook Christian Academy suffered a grim 14-2 defeat to Lighthouse Private Christian Academy when the teams last played two weeks ago. Can the Eagles avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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