Christian Community's game last Friday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Monday. They blew past South Haven Christian 16-7. The high-scoring effort was just what Christian Community needed considering they were shutout in their previous contest.
Riley Tate and Maely Jackson were a major factor no matter where they played. Throwing, Tate tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Meanwhile, Jackson didn't allow a single earned run over five innings pitched. At bat, Tate scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-4, while Jackson scored a run while getting on base in two of her five plate appearances.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Maddi Smith, who went 2-for-5 with three RBI, a triple, and a stolen base. Olivia Brentlinger was another key contributor, scoring three runs and stealing a base while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances.
Christian Community's victory ended a four-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 4-5. As for South Haven Christian, they haven't won a game yet this season and fell to 0-4.
Christian Community will be playing at home against Riverside Christian Academy at 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Christian Community is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7.9 runs per game this season. South Haven Christian does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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