Delaware Christian had lost three straight at home, but on Monday they dropped their record down to 2-7 to make it four. They lost 22-2 to Granville Christian Academy. Having soared to a lofty 12 runs in the game before, the Eagles couldn't push the score so high this time.
Delaware Christian saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Andrew Yoby, who went a perfect 1-for-1 with one triple and one run. That triple marked the first that Yoby has hit this season.
As for Granville Christian Academy, their record is now 10-3. The result was nothing new for Granville Christian Academy, who have now won nine matches by six runs or more so far this season.
On Granville Christian Academy's side, Aiden Geiger and Josh Benvie were major factors while hitting and pitching. On the mound, Geiger tossed one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, Benvie tossed one inning while giving up no earned runs off one hit. He has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than one walk in six consecutive appearances. At bat, Geiger got on base in four of his five plate appearances with two runs and two RBI, while Benvie went 2-for-3 with one home run, three RBI, and two runs. That's the most RBI Benvie has posted since April 1st.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Bentley Johnson, who went 3-for-5 with three runs, three RBI, and one stolen base. Gabe Sweet was another key player, going a perfect 3-for-3 with one triple, one run, and one RBI.
We've got plenty of inter-conference action coming up soon. Delaware Christian will take on rival Tree of Life Christian at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Granville Christian Academy is set to face off against their familiar foe Liberty Christian Academy at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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