DeMotte Christian lost against Faith Christian back in May of 2023, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Tuesday. The DeMotte Christian Knights lost 12-2 to the Faith Christian Eagles. DeMotte Christian has not had much luck with Faith Christian recently, as the team's come up short the last six times they've met.
For Faith Christian's part, Bella Hall was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out eight batters over six innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off two hits (and only one walk). Hall has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. Hall was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs while going 2-for-4.
In other batting news, Keely Frier was incredible, going 3-for-4 with two runs, two doubles, and a triple. Another player making a difference was Savannah Freeland, who scored a run while going 2-for-2.
DeMotte Christian's defeat dropped their record down to 3-3. As for Faith Christian, their victory bumped their record up to 3-7.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. DeMotte Christian will take on Tri-County at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. Tri-County will roll in looking for their 11th straight win, something DeMotte Christian surely won't give up without a fight. As for Faith Christian, they will stay at home for another game and welcome West Central at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. West Central is coming into the contest with three straight losses on the road, meaning Faith Christian will have to defend against a team hungry for a victory.
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