It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Temple Christian had no problem doing just that on Saturday. They put the hurt on the Christian Heritage Academy Knights with a sharp 10-3 win. The result was nothing new for Temple Christian, who have now won six contests by six runs or more so far this season.
Silas Walker made a splash no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 11 batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off seven hits (and not a single walk). Walker has been consistent recently: he hasn't pitched less than six innings in five consecutive pitching appearances. Walker was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs while going 1-for-4.
In other batting news, Temple Christian got a massive performance out of Blake Cash, who scored three runs while getting on base in all five of his plate appearances. Robert Thacker was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in all five of his plate appearances.
On Christian Heritage Academy's side, Hunter Manning made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored a run and stole a base while going 3-for-3.
The victory got Temple Christian back to even at 8-8. As for Christian Heritage Academy, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 6-8-1 record this season.
As of now, neither Temple Christian nor Christian Heritage Academy have any future games scheduled.
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