Friendship Christian had to endure a six-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. They had just enough and edged the Trinity Academy Tigers out 6-5. The victory was just what Friendship Christian needed coming off of a 15-1 loss in their prior contest.
For Trinity Academy's part, Mike McKeon was huge while hitting and pitching even without the win. On the mound, he struck out nine batters over 4.2 innings while giving up three earned runs off three hits. McKeon was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing two bases while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances.
In other batting news, Jacob Bondy made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored a run while going 2-for-2.
Friendship Christian's win ended a four-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 1-1. As for Trinity Academy, their defeat was their fifth straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 0-3.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Friendship Christian will take on Neuse Christian Academy at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Trinity Academy, they will head out on the road to face off against Durham Academy at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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