Fairfield Christian Academy is 1-9 against Berne Union since April of 2019 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Thursday. The Knights will look to defend their home field against the Rockets at 5:15 p.m. Fairfield Christian Academy has given up an average of 16.1 runs per game this season, but Thursday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Fairfield Christian Academy is headed into Thursday's contest looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their sixth straight game on Wednesday. They lost 16-0 to Grove City Christian. The matchup marked the first time this season in which the Knights were not able to get on the board.
The home team had come away the winner the last four times Berne Union and Miller had met, but sadly for the fans who attended this one that wasn't the case. The Rockets were the clear victors by a 25-11 margin over the Falcons on Wednesday. Considering the Rockets have won eight games by more than nine runs this season, Wednesday's blowout was nothing new.
Reese Besco was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She pitched three innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off five hits. She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with two RBI.
In other batting news, Lauryn Kuhn was a standout: she went 3-for-4 with four runs, two stolen bases, and two RBI. That's the most hits she has posted since back in April of 2024. Rylee North was another key player, going 3-for-4 with three RBI, two runs, and one stolen base.
Berne Union kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 16 hits. They are 5-1 when they post 11 or more hits.
Fairfield Christian Academy's defeat dropped their record down to 2-6. As for Berne Union, their victory bumped their record up to 8-6.
Fairfield Christian Academy might still be hurting after the 21-2 loss they got from Berne Union in their previous meeting on April 7th. Will the Knights have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more softball content.
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