Union Academy and Christ the King squared off in some playoff action on Wednesday, but Union Academy had to settle for second. They fell just short of the Christ the King Crusaders by a score of 4-3. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Union Academy of the 22-14 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in March of 2023.
Carter Willis was a force to be reckoned with on the mound despite the final result: he tossed six innings while giving up three earned runs off three hits.
At the plate, Nick Henry was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring two runs while going 3-for-4.
On Christ the King's side, Patrick Walsh was a major factor no matter where he played. He didn't allow a single earned run and only one hit while striking out six over four innings pitched. Walsh has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than one hit in three consecutive pitching appearances. Walsh was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
In other batting news, Owen Shipman was excellent, scoring a run while going 2-for-4. Troy Alderfer was another key contributor, going 1-for-2 with a double and an RBI.
Union Academy's defeat ended a three-game streak of away wins and brought them to 19-8. As for Christ the King, they pushed their record up to 20-7 with that victory, which was their sixth straight at home.
Union Academy does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Christ the King, they will square off against Uwharrie Charter on Friday. Uwharrie Charter will roll in looking for their 18th straight win, something Christ the King surely won't give up without a fight.
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