Cornerstone Christian is 7-0 against Calvary Baptist since April of 2022, and they'll have a chance to extend that success on Tuesday. The Cornerstone Christian Crusaders will be playing in front of their home fans against the Calvary Baptist Cougars at 2:45 p.m. Both squads will be entering this one on the heels of a big victory.
Cornerstone Christian will roll into the game after a wild two-game stretch: they only put up two runs on Thursday, then bounced right back against Crossroads Christian on Monday. Cornerstone Christian was the clear victor by a 16-3 margin over Crossroads Christian.
Dylan Kelly was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Kelly has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than one hit in three consecutive pitching appearances. Kelly was also big at the plate, scoring a run while going 3-for-4.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Jesse Villicana, who scored three runs and stole a base while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances. Another player making a difference was David Meinardus, who scored two runs while getting on base in three of his five plate appearances.
Meanwhile, Calvary Baptist entered their tilt with Entrepreneur with five consecutive wins but they'll enter their next game with six. They put the hurt on the Panthers with a sharp 18-3 victory on Monday.
Like Cornerstone Christian, Calvary Baptist also got a great game from a two-way player: Michael Orgliano. He pitched two innings while giving up no earned run or hits. Orgliano was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances.
In other batting news, Zaedik Mcphail was a standout: he went 4-for-4 with two triples, two stolen bases, and three runs. Chaz Carbone was another key contributor, going 3-for-3 with two stolen bases, three doubles, and four RBI.
Cornerstone Christian has been performing incredibly well recently as they've won 12 of their last 14 matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 17-6 record this season. As for Calvary Baptist, they pushed their record up to 13-5 with that win, which was their fourth straight at home.
Tuesday's contest will be a test for both team's pitchers. Cornerstone Christian hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .371. However, it's not like Calvary Baptist struggles in that department as they've averaged .364. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Cornerstone Christian took their victory against Calvary Baptist when the teams last played back in March by a conclusive 13-2. Does Cornerstone Christian have another victory up their sleeve, or will Calvary Baptist turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
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