West Florida Baptist Academy scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Saturday. They blew past the East Hill Christian Eagles 16-7. Considering West Florida Baptist Academy has won seven matchups by more than six runs this season, Saturday's blowout was nothing new.
Owen Beard was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he struck out six batters over 2.1 innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits (and only one walk). Beard has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. Beard was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs while going 1-for-2.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Parker Byrd, who went 2-for-3 with two stolen bases, three RBI, and a triple. Adin Fleming was another key contributor, scoring three runs and stealing three bases while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances.
On East Hill Christian's side, they saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Charlie Hall, who scored a run while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances.
West Florida Baptist Academy has been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six matches, which provided a massive bump to their 8-9 record this season. As for East Hill Christian, their defeat was their fifth straight at home, which dropped their record down to 2-14.
West Florida Baptist Academy will head out on the road to take on Pensacola Christian Academy at 6:30 p.m. on Monday. Pensacola Christian Academy is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 8.1 runs per game this season. As for East Hill Christian, they will look to defend their home field on Monday against Aletheia Christian Academy at 4:30 a.m. Aletheia Christian Academy will roll in looking for their 17th straight victory, something East Hill Christian surely won't give up without a fight.
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