While Trinity Christian Academy's win against Fayette Academy wasn't quite the blowout it was the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. The Lions sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with an 11-9 victory over the Vikings on Tuesday. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Lions have posted since March 27th.
Thomas Thornton looked comfortable as he tossed three innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off two hits.
Joe Cole
| 04/17/25 vs Halls | 4 |
| 04/22/25 @ Fayette Academy | 3 |
| 04/21/25 vs Fayette Academy | 2 |
| 03/21/25 @ Halls | 2 |
| 04/17/25 vs Jackson South Side | 1 |
| + 8 more games |
At the plate, Trinity Christian Academy got a massive performance out of Joe Cole, who got on base in four of his five plate appearances with three runs, one stolen base, and one RBI. Cole has become a key player for the Lions: the team is undefeated when he posts at least two runs, but 8-15-1 otherwise. Owen Atwood was another key player, going 1-for-4 with two stolen bases, three runs, and one RBI.
Trinity Christian Academy hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Fayette Academy struck out eight times.
The victory made it two in a row for Trinity Christian Academy and bumps their season record up to 12-15-1. Those wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 11.5 runs over those games. As for Fayette Academy, they are on a ten-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 8-11.
Looking ahead, Trinity Christian Academy will host Waverly Central at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Fayette Academy, they will venture away from home to square off against Memphis University School at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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