Donelson Christian Academy has relied on a stalwart pitchers averaging 2.75 runs allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Tuesday. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Nashville Christian Eagles, sneaking past 11-10. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 14-0 back in March.
Bailey Goad was a major factor no matter where she played. She kept things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out 11 over 4.2 innings pitched. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than seven strikeouts in four consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, scoring a run while getting on base in three of her five plate appearances.
Madison McHenry
| 04/08/25 @ Nashville Christian | 4 |
| 03/18/25 vs Nashville Christian | 3 |
| 05/08/24 vs Goodpasture Christian | 3 |
| 04/20/24 vs Gordonsville | 3 |
| 03/30/24 @ Friendship Christian | 3 |
In other batting news, Madison McHenry was incredible, going a perfect 4-for-4 with one home run, four RBI, and two runs. Those four hits gave her a new career-high. Anaya Dawson was another key player, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while going 1-for-4.
Donelson Christian Academy hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Nashville Christian struck out 13 times.
The victory made it two in a row for Donelson Christian Academy and bumps their season record up to 18-2. Those wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 10.0 runs over those games. As for Nashville Christian, their loss dropped their record down to 4-8.
We've got plenty of inter-district action coming up soon. Donelson Christian Academy is set to square off against their familiar foe Clarksville Academy at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. Meanwhile, Nashville Christian will face off against rival Ezell-Harding Christian at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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