First Coast Christian scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Monday. They were the clear victor by a 19-4 margin over the Global Outreach Charter Academy Kodiaks. This was payback for First Coast Christian, who suffered an 18-13 loss the last time these two teams met.
Lucas Inman and Matthew Dees were a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, Inman pitched four innings while giving up just one earned (and three unearned) runs off five hits. Meanwhile, Dees pitched an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits (he also didn't allow any walks). At bat, Inman scored two runs and stole three bases while going 2-for-3, while Dees scored three runs and stole three bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. Dees has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last five times he's played.
In other batting news, Johnathon White was a standout: he scored three runs and stole two bases while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances. Noah Crammer was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing three bases while going 2-for-4.
On Global Outreach Charter Academy's side, Xavier Hudson made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored a run and stole two bases while going 2-for-3. Another player making a difference was Artrez Corley, who scored a run while getting on base in all two of his plate appearances.
Even though they lost, Global Outreach Charter Academy was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .381. That's the best batting average they've managed all season.
First Coast Christian's win bumped their record up to 2-6. As for Global Outreach Charter Academy, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 3-5.
First Coast Christian will head out on the road to square off against Hope Christian Academy at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. First Coast Christian is no doubt hoping to put an end to a four-game streak of away losses dating back to last season. As for Global Outreach Charter Academy, they will be playing at home against Andrew Jackson at 6:00 p.m. on Monday.
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