Calvary Christian Academy extended their losing streak to eight on Wednesday, dropping their season record down to 1-8 in the process. They lost 17-2 to the Grace Academy Knights. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against Grace Academy this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 7-2 last Thursday.
Calvary Christian Academy saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Easton Wagner, who went 1-for-2 with three stolen bases, one run, and one RBI.
As for Grace Academy, their win ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 5-6. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
On Grace Academy's side, Austin Sweeney spent all five innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered just two earned runs on three hits and racked up seven Ks. Sweeney also tossed a walk, which is notable because the Knights are 4-1 when he allows at most one walk, but 1-5 otherwise.
At the plate, Grace Academy let Lawson Aikens and Denton Bible run wild. Aikens went 2-for-3 with two RBI, one run, and one double, while Bible went 1-for-3 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. That's the most hits Aikens has posted since back in April of 2024. Andrew Ingram was another key player, getting on base in two of his four plate appearances with four runs.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Calvary Christian Academy will host GVCS Broadfording at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Grace Academy, they will challenge Cumberland Valley Christian at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Blazers have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 10.5 runs per game on average), something the Knights will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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