The Young Americans Christian Eagles will head out on the road to face off against the Covington Academy Bulldogs at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Young Americans Christian is still on the hunt for that elusive first 'W'.
On Monday, Young Americans Christian faced Peachtree Academy in a battle between two of the state's top teams. Young Americans Christian fell victim to a tough 16-1 loss at the hands of Peachtree Academy. Young Americans Christian was surely aware of their disadvantage in the point spread, but the foreknowledge did nothing to prevent the result.
Covington Academy never got on the board in their matchup on Thursday, but that sure wasn't the case in their game against Lanier Christian Academy on Monday. Everything went their way against the Lightning as they made off with a 14-2 win. Covington Academy's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Ryleigh Marks was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she pitched 3.2 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (she also didn't allow any walks). Marks was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Natalie Miller, who scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
Young Americans Christian's defeat dropped their record down to 0-6. As for Covington Academy, their record now sits at 2-6.
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