Athens Christian is 0-3 against Bethlehem Christian Academy since August of 2023 but things could change on Thursday. The Athens Christian Eagles will welcome the Bethlehem Christian Academy Knights at 4:00 p.m. Athens Christian is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 9.5 runs per game this season.
Athens Christian is headed into Thursday's match looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their fifth straight game on Monday. They might be feeling deja-vu: they lost 5-4 to Clarke Central, which was the same score (and result) they got the week prior.
Clarke Central's batters probably weren't too happy with Ellianna Christian, who pitched a no hitter and racked up eight Ks (she gave up three walks). That's the most strikeouts Christian has posted since back in August.
At the plate, Blair Carter was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 1-for-3.
Meanwhile, Bethlehem Christian Academy was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They came up short against George Walton Academy, falling 17-5.
Ashlynn Shafer made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-3.
Athens Christian's defeat dropped their record down to 8-7. As for Bethlehem Christian Academy, their loss dropped their record down to 8-10.
Athens Christian came up short against Bethlehem Christian Academy in their previous matchup back in August, falling 11-8. Will Athens Christian have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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