Monday just wasn't the day for Oak Ridge Military Academy's offense. They lost 16-0 to the North Hills Christian Eagles on Monday. Having soared to a lofty 11 runs in the game before, Oak Ridge Military Academy's shutout was a dramatic turnaround.
For North Hills Christian's part, Gracin Craig made a splash no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out nine batters over 3.2 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Craig was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, Chris Barringer was a standout: he scored two runs and stole two bases while going 2-for-3. He has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last five times he's played. Jackson Hall was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-3.
Oak Ridge Military Academy has been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 6-13 record this season. As for North Hills Christian, their victory ended a three-game drought at home and bumped them up to 9-11.
Oak Ridge Military Academy will take on Asheboro Hybrid Academy at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Asheboro Hybrid Academy is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 10.2 runs per game this season. As for North Hills Christian, they will be playing at home against Lake Norman Christian at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. North Hills Christian is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7.2 runs per game this season.
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