Lake Norman Christian dropped their record down to 5-6 on Thursday, which also ended the team's three-game streak of wins on the road. They came up short against Grace Academy, falling 14-4. Lake Norman Christian was not able to repeat the success they had when they faced Grace Academy earlier this season, when they won 5-3.
As for Grace Academy, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 12-7. Considering they have won nine matchups by more than eight runs this season, Thursday's blowout was nothing new.
For Grace Academy's part, Fletcher Owens was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Owens has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two hits in five consecutive appearances. He was even better at the plate, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with four stolen bases, three runs, and two RBI. He has become a key player for Grace Academy: the team is undefeated when he posts at least two runs, but 4-7 otherwise.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Brody Mcnamara, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with five stolen bases, two runs, and two RBI. He is becoming a predictor of Grace Academy's success: when he posts at least two runs the team is undefeated (and 5-7 when he doesn't). Another player making a difference was Seth Stanton, who went 3-for-4 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Lake Norman Christian will challenge Statesville Christian at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Grace Academy, they will face off against North Hills Christian at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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