Norwood is 0-3 against Miami Valley Christian Academy since March of 2022 but things could change on Friday. The Indians will take on the Lions at 5:00 p.m.
Norwood made up a huge gap compared to their last game against Summit Country Day, but they still couldn't quite topple them. The Indians fell just short of the Silver Knights by a score of 2-0 on Thursday. The Indians' loss continues a trend for the team, making it seven in a row.
Meanwhile, Miami Valley Christian Academy earned an 8-5 win over St. Bernard-Elmwood Place on Thursday.
Gavin French was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he tossed five innings while giving up three earned runs off five hits. What's more, he posted four strikeouts, the most he's had since back in April. He was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in all three of his plate appearances with two runs and one stolen base.
In other batting news, Evan Lafferty was incredible, going 2-for-3 with two stolen bases, four RBI, and two runs. Those four RBI gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was James Bowling, who went 1-for-3 with two RBI and one run.
Norwood's defeat dropped their record down to 4-11. As for Miami Valley Christian Academy, they have been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four games. That's provided a nice bump to their 14-5 record this season.
Norwood suffered a grim 9-2 defeat to Miami Valley Christian Academy in their previous meeting back in April of 2024. Can the Indians avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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