Grace Christian Academy was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their 18th straight loss. They fell victim to a tough 14-2 defeat at the hands of the Momence Momence Athletics. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Grace Christian Academy of the 18-2 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture last Tuesday.
For Momence's part, Nick Charbonneau made a splash no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching two innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits (he also didn't allow any walks). Charbonneau was also big at the plate, scoring two runs while going 1-for-2.
In other batting news, Brogan Halpin was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing four bases while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances. Shane Cook was another key contributor, going 2-for-4 with five RBI, two runs, and a double.
Grace Christian Academy's defeat dropped their record down to 0-2. As for Momence, they now have a winning record of 3-2.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Grace Christian Academy will face off against Gardner-South Wilmington at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Gardner-South Wilmington is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 7.3 runs per game this season. As for Momence, they will head out on the road to challenge Peotone at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. Momence is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 7.2 runs per game this season.
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