Hickory Grove Christian came out on top against Charlotte Country Day School on Friday thanks in part to the team's impressive four-run third inning. The Lions blew past the Buccaneers 8-1. The Lions haven't had any issues with the Buccaneers recently, as the game was their sixth consecutive win against them.
Gavin Pelow
| 05/02/25 @ Charlotte Country Day School | 2 |
| 04/15/25 vs SouthLake Christian Academy | 2 |
| 03/11/25 @ Gaston Day | 2 |
| 02/25/25 vs Parkwood | 2 |
| 04/10/25 vs Gaston Day | 1 |
| + 6 more games |
Gavin Pelow and Dean Colston did most of the damage at the plate: Pelow went a perfect 2-for-2 with two runs, two RBI, and one double, while Colston went a perfect 3-for-3 with two RBI, one run, and one double. Pelow has become a key player for Hickory Grove Christian: the team is undefeated when he posts at least two runs, but 7-12 otherwise. The team also got some help courtesy of Zach White, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with two runs.
Hickory Grove Christian always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .571. They are a perfect 4-0 when they post an OBP of .513 or better.
Hickory Grove Christian's record now sits at 11-12. As for Charlotte Country Day School, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost 15 of their last 17 contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 6-20 record this season.
Hickory Grove Christian does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Charlotte Country Day School, they will venture away from home to challenge Wesleyan Christian Academy at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Trojans will roll in looking for their fifth straight victory, something the Buccaneers surely won't give up without a fight.
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