Wayne Christian had already won two in a row (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 6.5 runs), and they went ahead and made it three on Tuesday. They came out on top against the Pungo Christian Academy Raiders by a score of 5-2. That's more bragging rights for Wayne Christian, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Riley Sutton was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and only one hit while striking out 12 over seven innings pitched. Sutton has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than seven innings in three consecutive pitching appearances. Sutton was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with a home run and two RBI.
In other batting news, A.J. Verme was incredible, firing off two home runs while going 2-for-4. Another player making a difference was Ella Fox, who scored a run and stole a base while getting on base in two of her three plate appearances.
On Pungo Christian Academy's side, Anna Stoop spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and three unearned) runs on five hits and racked up seven Ks.
Wayne Christian's win bumped their record up to 12-3. As for Pungo Christian Academy, their loss was their first of the season and makes their record 10-1.
Wayne Christian will look to defend their home field on Thursday against Lawrence Academy at 6:00 p.m. Lawrence Academy is coming into the match with four straight victories on the road, so Wayne Christian will have to stop a squad with plenty of momentum. As for Pungo Christian Academy, they will take on Northeast Academy at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
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