While Lincoln Christian's win against Raymond Central wasn't quite the blowout it was the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. The Crusaders narrowly escaped with a victory as the squad sidled past the Mustangs 9-7. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Crusaders.
David Krogh looked comfortable as he tossed three innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off four hits. He has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Lincoln Christian got a massive performance out of Paxton Bailey, who went 3-for-4 with one triple, two RBI, and one run. David Lewis was another key player, going 3-for-4 with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.
Lincoln Christian was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .500. That was just more of the same: they've now posted a batting average of .379 or higher in three consecutive matchups.
Lincoln Christian's record is now 13-5. As for Raymond Central, the defeat snapped their winning streak at three games and leaves them with a 10-9 record.
We've got plenty of inter-district action coming up soon. Lincoln Christian will face off against rival Plattsmouth at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Meanwhile, Raymond Central is set to take on their familiar foe Aurora at 4:00 p.m. on Monday.
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