It was a good run, but Tipton-Rosemark Academy unfortunately witnessed the end of their three-game winning streak on Friday. They fell just short of the First Assembly Christian Crusaders by a score of 8-6. Tipton-Rosemark Academy was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as First Assembly Christian apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in May of 2019.
For First Assembly Christian's part, Henry Jones was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing 1.1 innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. Jones has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive pitching appearances. Jones was also big at the plate, scoring two runs while going 1-for-4.
In other pitching news, William Lee looked comfortable as he pitched 3.1 innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks in seven consecutive pitching appearances.
Back at the plate, the team relied heavily on Evan Bloomer, who scored two runs while going 3-for-4. Wesley Yarbro was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 1-for-3.
Tipton-Rosemark Academy's defeat dropped their record down to 19-16. As for First Assembly Christian, they have been performing well recently as they've won six of their last eight contests, which provided a nice bump to their 16-14 record this season.
Tipton-Rosemark Academy does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for First Assembly Christian, they will be staying on the road on Saturday to face off against Northpoint Christian at 1:00 p.m. Northpoint Christian's pitching crew has only allowed 3.9 runs per game this season, so First Assembly Christian's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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