For the second straight game, Pinecrest Academy will face off against Horizon Christian Academy. The Paladins will look to defend their home field on Thursday against the Warriors at 4:00 p.m. Pinecrest Academy is coming into the match hot, having won their last six games.
Pinecrest Academy made up a huge gap compared to their last game against Horizon Christian Academy, but they still couldn't quite topple them. The Paladins blew past the Warriors 12-2 on Tuesday. The Paladins might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won ten games by ten runs or more this season.
Matthew Mitchell
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Matthew Mitchell was a standout: he went 2-for-4 with one home run, three RBI, and two runs. He is on a roll when it comes to RBI, as he's now brought in three or more in each of the last three games he's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Mateo Snyder, who scored a run and stole a base while going 3-for-4.
Pinecrest Academy was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .393. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Horizon Christian Academy only posted a batting average of .150.
This is the second loss in a row for Horizon Christian Academy and nudges their season record down to 8-8. As for Pinecrest Academy, their win bumped their record up to 13-1.
Thursday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Pinecrest Academy has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .518. However, it's not like Horizon Christian Academy struggles in that department as they've averaged .453. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other baseball content.
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