Fairfield Christian Academy had lost seven straight at home dating back to last season, but on Wednesday they dropped their record down to 2-6 to make it eight. They lost 16-0 to the Grove City Christian Eagles. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Eagles this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 21-6 on April 2nd.
As for Grove City Christian, the win got them back to even at 7-7. Considering they have won five matchups by more than eight runs this season, Wednesday's blowout was nothing new.
For Grove City Christian's part, Ashley Williams and Abbie White were major factors while hitting and pitching. Throwing, Williams tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. Meanwhile, White pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. What's more, Williams posted four strikeouts, the most she's had since back in May of 2024. At the plate, Williams went a perfect 4-for-4 with four runs and one stolen base, while White got on base in three of her four plate appearances with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI.
In other batting news, Kelsey Kennedy was a standout: she went a perfect 2-for-2 with four RBI, one stolen base, and one run. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in May of 2024. Kinsey Hovance was another key player, going a perfect 1-for-1 with two runs, one triple, and one stolen base.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Fairfield Christian Academy will welcome Berne Union at 5:15 p.m. on Thursday. The Knights' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Rockets have averaged an impressive 13.9 runs per game this season. As for Grove City Christian, they will be playing at home against Grandview Heights at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday.
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