Lions
| 04/24/25 vs Wake Christian Academy | 9-8 |
| 04/22/25 @ Varsity Opponent | 5-2 |
| 04/16/25 @ Thales Academy Apex | 19-14 |
Neuse Christian Academy took a 21-run loss the last time they faced off against Wake Christian Academy, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Lions had just enough and edged out the Bulldogs 9-8 on Thursday. Winning may never get old, but the Lions sure are getting used to it with their third in a row.
Neuse Christian Academy got a massive performance out of Baylie Vannatta, who went 3-for-4 with two stolen bases, two runs, and two RBI. Vannatta is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now snagged at least one in each of the last three games she's played. Chloe Barham was another key player, getting on base in all five of her plate appearances with two stolen bases and two runs.
Neuse Christian Academy always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .634. That was just more of the same: they've now posted an OBP of .500 or higher in six consecutive contests.
The win was their first at home , bumping their record up to 4-8-1. As for Wake Christian Academy, they now have a losing record of 6-7.
Looking ahead, Neuse Christian Academy will welcome Thales Academy Rolesville at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. The Knights have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 12.91 runs per game on average), something the Lions will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Wake Christian Academy, they are taking a road trip to square off against GRACE Christian at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. The Eagles' pitching crew has only allowed 3.9 runs per game this season, so the Bulldogs' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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