It may have taken eight innings to finish the job, but Hernando Christian Academy ultimately got the result they hoped for on Thursday. They came out on top against the Foundation Christian Academy Panthers by a score of 15-11. The high-scoring effort was just what Hernando Christian Academy needed considering they were shutout in their previous matchup.
Hernando Christian Academy got a massive performance out of Blake Bandy, who scored three runs and stole two bases while going 2-for-4. Another player making a difference was Noah Perdomo, who went 3-for-5 with four RBI and a double.
On Foundation Christian Academy's side, Rolland Williams put in work no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching an inning while giving up no earned run or hits. Williams was also stellar in the batter's box, going 3-for-5 with three RBI, a triple, and a run.
In other batting news, Caleb Hom made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored three runs while going 4-for-5. Riley Brothers was another key contributor, going 2-for-4 with a stolen base and two RBI.
Even though they lost, Foundation Christian Academy kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 19 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
Hernando Christian Academy has been performing well recently as they've won six of their last eight matches, which provided a nice bump to their 11-9 record this season. As for Foundation Christian Academy, their record is now 10-6.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Hernando Christian Academy will take on Clearwater at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Foundation Christian Academy, they will be playing at home against Central Florida Christian Academy at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. Foundation Christian Academy is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 11.9 runs per game this season.
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