Mount Airy Christian Academy fell victim to Rockbridge Academy and their airtight pitching crew on Wednesday. They lost 9-0 to the Scots. Mount Airy Christian Academy hasn't had much luck with Rockbridge Academy recently, as the team has come up short the last six times they've met.
Joshua Johnson was huge no matter where he played even without the win. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over 3.2 innings while giving up just one earned (and seven unearned) runs off one hit. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in five consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-2 with one stolen base and one double.
Mount Airy Christian Academy's loss was their first in the region, dropping their region record down to 5-1 and their overall record down to 7-2. As for Rockbridge Academy, the victory was the third in a row for them, bringing their record up to 6-4.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Mount Airy Christian Academy will welcome Cumberland Valley Christian at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Rockbridge Academy, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Greater Grace Christian Academy at 4:00 p.m. on Friday.
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