It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Harrells Christian Academy had no problem doing just that on Thursday. They skirted past the Rocky Mount Academy Eagles 4-2. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Crusaders.
Dawson Smith was a major factor no matter where he played. He tossed 1.2 innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Smith was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with one home run.
Peyton Gomez
| 04/21/25 vs Lakewood | 3 |
| 05/08/25 @ Rocky Mount Academy | 2 |
| 04/03/25 @ Wayne Christian | 2 |
| 05/06/25 vs Liberty Christian Academy | 1 |
In other batting news, Peyton Gomez was excellent, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with two stolen bases and one run. Harrells Christian Academy is 2-1 when Gomez posts two or more stolen bases, but 6-11 otherwise.
Harrells Christian Academy's record is now 8-12. As for Rocky Mount Academy, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost five of their last six matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 8-9 record this season.
Harrells Christian Academy will challenge Burlington Christian Academy at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday. The Royals will aim to continue their three-game streak of scoring more runs each game than the last. Rocky Mount Academy does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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