Edmund Burke Academy had to kick off their season on the road on Thursday, but they showed no ill effects. They had just enough and edged the Robert Toombs Christian Academy Crusaders out 9-7. The win was some much needed relief for the Spartans as it spelled an end to their three-game losing streak dating back to last season.
Addison Riggs spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned (and four unearned) runs on six hits and racked up ten Ks.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Leila Eastmead, who scored three runs while going 3-for-5. The team also got some help courtesy of Carly Johnson, who scored three runs while going 3-for-3.
Edmund Burke Academy kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 13 hits. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Robert Toombs Christian Academy only hit six.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Edmund Burke Academy will head out to take on David Emanuel Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Robert Toombs Christian Academy, they will have a little extra prep time after the loss as they won't be playing again for a while. They'll take on Vidalia Heritage Academy at 5:00 p.m. on Monday.
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