It may have taken nine innings to finish the job, but Kansas City East Christian Academy ultimately got the result they hoped for on Monday. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with an 8-7 victory over the Midway Vikings. With that win, Kansas City East Christian Academy brought their scoring average up to 6.2 runs per game.
Robert Carpenter made a big impact no matter where he played. On the mound, he pitched 2.1 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Carpenter has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two hits in three consecutive pitching appearances. Carpenter was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-5.
In other batting news, Kansas City East Christian Academy let Jack Tribble and Jaycob Mieir loose on the outfield. Tribble scored two runs while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances, while Mieir scored two runs and stole three bases while going 3-for-5. Another player making a difference was Quintin Dailey, who scored a run while going 2-for-5.
The victory made it two in a row for Kansas City East Christian Academy and bumps their season record up to 3-8. As for Midway, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 7-13.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Kansas City East Christian Academy will play host again on Tuesday to welcome Maranatha Christian Academy, where first pitch is scheduled at 4:30 p.m. Kansas City East Christian Academy is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 6.2 runs per game this season. As for Midway, they will be playing at home against Clinton at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. The last three games Midway has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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