Algoma Christian extended their losing streak to three on Tuesday, dropping them down to 2-5. They lost 17-0 to the Zion Christian Mountaineers. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Mountaineers this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 12-5 on Tuesday.
As for Zion Christian, they pushed their record up to 8-2 with the win, which was their ninth straight at home dating back to last season. The result was nothing new for the Mountaineers, who have now won six matchups by seven runs or more so far this season.
For Zion Christian's part, they got a massive performance out of Ian DeRuiter, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with three runs, two RBI, and one double. That's the most runs DeRuiter has posted since back in April of 2025. The team also got some help courtesy of Freddie Bierling, who got on base in all three of his plate appearances with two stolen bases, three runs, and one double.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Algoma Christian will host Barry County Christian at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Zion Christian, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Tri-Unity Christian at 4:15 p.m. on Friday.
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