It may have taken eight innings to finish the job, but Covenant Christian ultimately got the result they hoped for on Thursday. They had just enough and edged out the Beech Grove Hornets 5-3. The victory continues a trend for the Warriors in their matchups with the Hornets: they've now won three in a row.
Gabe Unger
| 05/08/25 @ Beech Grove | 3 |
| 04/03/25 vs Carmel | 2 |
| 05/27/24 vs University | 2 |
| 05/07/25 vs Christel House | 1 |
| 05/06/25 vs Beech Grove | 1 |
Gabe Unger and Henry Boyce made a big impact no matter where they played. Throwing, Unger pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, Boyce pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. He has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in six consecutive appearances. At the plate, Unger went 1-for-4 with three RBI and one triple, while Boyce went 1-for-4 with two stolen bases and one run. Those three RBI gave Unger a new career-high.
In other batting news, Blake Cope was excellent, going 2-for-4 with two stolen bases and two RBI. He has been hot, having posted at least one stolen base the last five times he's played. Colin Ferkinhoff also deserves some recognition as he hit his first double of the season.
Covenant Christian's record is now 11-6. As for Beech Grove, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 4-14.
Coming up, Covenant Christian will be taking part in a tournament against Heritage Christian at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Beech Grove, they will head out on the road to face off against Speedway at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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