Hickory Christian Academy put another one in the bag on Thursday to keep their perfect season alive. They were the clear victor by a 12-6 margin over the Salem Baptist Christian Vikings. Hickory Christian Academy's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Samuel Yount made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs off three hits (he also only allowed one walk). Yount was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run while going 2-for-5.
Yount wasn't the only one making solid contact as seven players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Jude Carter, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-3.
On Salem Baptist Christian's side, they saw nine different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Andrew Baker, who went 1-for-3 with a home run and three RBI. Another player making a difference was Gabe McMurray, who scored a run while going 1-for-4.
Hickory Christian Academy pushed their record up to 4-0 with that win, which was their fifth straight at home dating back to last season. As for Salem Baptist Christian, their loss was their first of the season and makes their record 2-1.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Hickory Christian Academy will square off against Statesville Christian at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Hickory Christian Academy's pitching crew has only allowed four runs per game this season, so Statesville Christian's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Salem Baptist Christian, they will head out on the road to take on Triad Baptist Christian Academy at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
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