Concord Academy won a close one the last time they played, but unfortunately they suffered a serious change of fortune on Tuesday. They lost 17-2 to the Metrolina Christian Academy Warriors. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Concord Academy of the 13-0 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture last Thursday.
Noah Hatley was cooking despite his team's loss, going 1-for-2 with a home run.
On Metrolina Christian Academy's side, Case Gibbs looked comfortable as he struck out six batters over two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). Gibbs has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in five consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Metrolina Christian Academy got a massive performance out of Will Brooks, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 3-for-3. The team also got some help courtesy of Liam Reardon, who scored a run while going 3-for-4.
Concord Academy has been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four games, which put a noticeable dent in their 13-7 record this season. As for Metrolina Christian Academy, the win was the third in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 24-1.
Concord Academy does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Metrolina Christian Academy, they will be playing at home against Hickory Grove Christian at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Metrolina Christian Academy is on a three-game streak of home wins, Hickory Grove Christian a four-game streak of away wins -- so someone will have to leave a streak behind on the field.
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