Grace Academy sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 2-1 win over the Stephenville FAITH Knights on Thursday. The victory made it back-to-back wins for Grace Academy.
Owen Carpenter was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He didn't allow a single earned run over five innings pitched. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up a single earned run in five consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going a perfect 2-for-2 with two RBI.
Carpenter wasn't the only one making solid contact as three players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Ajax McLendon, who went 1-for-2 with one run.
Grace Academy's record now sits at 6-8-1. As for Stephenville FAITH, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 5-8 record this season.
Grace Academy didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next match, a 9-8 victory against Panhandle Christian Home Educators on the 24th. As for Stephenville FAITH, they will host Varsity Opponent at 6:00 p.m. on May 2.
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