Episcopal had lost six straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Thursday they dropped their record down to 4-9 to make it seven. They came up short against the Central Arkansas Christian Mustangs, falling 14-4. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Mustangs this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 3-2 back in March.
As for Central Arkansas Christian, the win (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 10-11. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Central Arkansas Christian's part, Jaden Rice made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He tossed one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Rice has become a key player for Central Arkansas Christian: the team is 2-1 when he allows at most one hit, but 8-10 otherwise. Rice was also big at the plate, going 2-for-5 with one run and one RBI.
In other pitching news, Brady Grice looked comfortable as he pitched four innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off five hits. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than one walk in four consecutive appearances.
Back at the plate, Central Arkansas Christian got a massive performance out of Hudson Ritchie, who went 2-for-4 with three runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. That's the most hits Ritchie has posted since back in March. Another player making a difference was Mason Welsh, who went 2-for-3 with three runs and three RBI.
Coming up, Episcopal will head out to square off against Bald Knob at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Central Arkansas Christian, they will be playing at home against Heber Springs at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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