Pinewood Christian had lost four straight at home, but on Tuesday they dropped down to 2-5 to make it five. They fell just short of the David Emanuel Academy Eagles by a score of 5-4. The Patriots were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Eagles apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in September of 2024.
As for David Emanuel Academy, the win keeps them at an undefeated 6-0. The victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they've averaged 9.3 runs this season.
For David Emanuel Academy's part, Rayleigh Faircloth spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned (and one unearned) runs on eight hits and racked up seven Ks. Faircloth has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks any time she's pitched this season.
At the plate, David Emanuel Academy saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Kaley Flowers, who went 1-for-4 with two RBI and one run.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Pinewood Christian will take on First Presbyterian Day at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Patriots' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Vikings have averaged an impressive 7.4 runs per game this season. As for David Emanuel Academy, they will head out to square off against Edmund Burke Academy at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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