CHESS Academy was the 11-0 winner over Byne Christian when they last played one another back in March of 2023, but their luck changed this time around. The CHESS Academy Knights took a 12-8 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Byne Christian Saints on Tuesday.
For Byne Christian's part, Landon Morey was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He struck out six batters over two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (and only one walk). Morey was also big at the plate, scoring three runs and stealing five bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
In other batting news, Byne Christian got a big performance out of Isaac Cave, who scored two runs and stole two bases while going 1-for-3. Cave is crushing it when it comes to stolen bases: he's stolen at least two every time he's taken the field this season. Another player making a difference was Jack McFarlin, who went 1-for-3 with three RBI, two runs, and a triple.
CHESS Academy's defeat dropped their record down to 0-2. As for Byne Christian, their win ended a six-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 1-2.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. CHESS Academy will take on Open Bible Christian at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Byne Christian, they will stay at home for another game and welcome Highland Christian Academy at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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