George Walton Academy extended their losing streak to five on Tuesday, dropping them down to 11-10. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 9-8 heartbreaker at the hands of the Athens Christian Eagles. The Bulldogs were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Eagles earlier this season, when they won 6-2.
As for Athens Christian, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 5-7. The victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered a grand total of 8 runs in those games.
For Athens Christian's part, Ellianna Christian made a big impact no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over seven innings while giving up three earned (and five unearned) runs off seven hits. Christian has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 3-for-4 with three RBI, two runs, and one double. That's the most hits she has posted since back in September of 2024.
In other batting news, Athens Christian got a big performance out of Blair Carter, who went 3-for-4 with two runs, one double, and one RBI. That's the most hits Carter has posted since back in September of 2024. Another player making a difference was Riley Ossick, who went 3-for-4 with one stolen base, one run, and one double.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. George Walton Academy will take on Holy Innocents Episcopal at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Athens Christian, they will square off against Tallulah Falls at 4:45 p.m. on Tuesday.
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