In what's become a running theme this season, Horse Creek Academy gave their fans yet another huge win on Thursday. They put the hurt on the South Aiken Baptist Christian CRUSADERS with a sharp 18-1 victory. The win was just what Horse Creek Academy needed coming off of a 15-6 loss in their prior game.
Adrien Beak made a big impact no matter where she played. She didn't allow a single earned run and only one hit while striking out 11 over five innings pitched. Beak has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. Beak was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on KJ Simpkins, who got on base in all four of her plate appearances with a home run, four runs, and two stolen bases. Another player making a difference was Kayden Hutto, who scored three runs and stole a base while getting on base in all five of her plate appearances.
Horse Creek Academy now has a winning record of 4-3. As for South Aiken Baptist Christian, they haven't won a game yet this season and fell to 0-4.
Horse Creek Academy will have some time to savor their victory since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Calhoun County at 5:30 p.m. on April 15th. As for South Aiken Baptist Christian, they will get a bit of extra time to process the loss as their next game is a ways off. They'll take on Augusta Christian at 5:30 p.m. on April 18th. Augusta Christian will roll in looking for their ninth straight win, something South Aiken Baptist Christian surely won't give up without a fight.
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