Christian Heritage Academy came into Thursday's game having lost three straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They won by a run and slipped past the Roanoke Valley Christian EAGLES 5-4. That's more bragging rights for Christian Heritage Academy, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Hunter Manning spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered just two earned (and two unearned) runs on one hit and racked up 15 Ks. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Christian Heritage Academy's victory was truly a team effort as six different players contributed at least one hit. One of them was Tommy Rooney, who scored a run while going 2-for-4.
On Roanoke Valley Christian's side, Colton Bowman put in work no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out ten batters over seven innings while giving up three earned (and two unearned) runs off seven hits. Bowman was also stellar in the batter's box, going 1-for-2 with a home run and three RBI.
Christian Heritage Academy's win bumped their record up to 3-4-1. As for Roanoke Valley Christian, they have been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-6 record this season.
Christian Heritage Academy will head out on the road to challenge Temple Christian at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Temple Christian is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 9.9 runs per game this season. As for Roanoke Valley Christian, they will stay at home for another game and welcome Smith Mountain Lake Christian Academy at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. Smith Mountain Lake Christian Academy is coming into the contest with seven straight victories on the road, so Roanoke Valley Christian will have to stop a squad with plenty of momentum.
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