Sadly, Norfolk Christian is still looking for their first win of the season after nine contests. Their tough 22-8 defeat to the Portsmouth Christian Patriots on Tuesday might stick with them for a while. One positive for Norfolk Christian, at least, is that this was the most points they've scored all season.
Jennah Francis made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-3 with a home run, two stolen bases, and three RBI. Lily Strickland was another key contributor, getting on base in two of her three plate appearances with two stolen bases.
On Portsmouth Christian's side, Anna Osborne and Paige Pruitt did most of the damage at the plate: Osborne went 5-for-5 with a home run, seven RBI, and three runs, while Pruitt went 4-for-5 with a home run, seven RBI, and four runs. Another player making a difference was Cloee Comberiati, who scored three runs while getting on base in all five of her plate appearances.
Norfolk Christian's loss dropped their record down to 0-9. As for Portsmouth Christian, their victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 4-10.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Norfolk Christian will take on Cape Henry Collegiate at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. Cape Henry Collegiate is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 12.1 runs per game this season. As for Portsmouth Christian, they will be playing at home against Greenbrier Christian Academy at 4:30 p.m. on Monday.
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