True Gospel Christian extended their losing streak to six on Monday, dropping their season record down to 0-6 in the process. They came up short against the Union Grove Christian Patriots, falling 19-0. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Patriots this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 15-0 back in March.
As for Union Grove Christian, the win was the fourth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 10-3. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Union Grove Christian's part, Morgan Donovant made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She struck out eight batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). Donovant has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than one earned run in 11 consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, earning three runs.
In other batting news, Faith Hege was a standout: she got on base in all four of her plate appearances with four RBI, two runs, and one triple. Those four RBI gave her a new career-high. Bethany Yarbrough also deserves some recognition as she hit her first triple of the season.
Coincidentally, True Gospel Christian and Union Grove Christian will both be playing Triad Baptist Christian Academy the next time they take the field. The Patriots will head out to face the Titans at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, while the Grizzly will host them at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
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